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What do external factors refer to in the context of ICF?

Personal factors
Health conditions
Environmental factors
Social factors

The correct answer is: Environmental factors

In the context of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF), external factors refer specifically to environmental factors. These factors encompass the physical, social, and attitudinal environments in which individuals live. Environmental factors can facilitate or hinder functioning and disability. They include elements such as physical barriers, social support, accessibility to services, and community attitudes toward individuals with disabilities. Understanding environmental factors is crucial because they play a significant role in the overall functioning and well-being of individuals, influencing how they interact with their surroundings and engage in daily activities. This aspect of ICF emphasizes that rehabilitation and support interventions must consider and address these external conditions to improve individuals' quality of life and functional abilities. Personal factors, health conditions, and social factors do contribute to an individual's overall functioning but do not specifically define the external influences that the ICF framework seeks to address through the lens of environmental interactions.