Functional Capacity Index
Functional Capacity Index
The Functional Capacity Index (FCI) is a measure used in medicine and rehabilitation to assess an individual's ability to perform activities of daily living independently. It is often used in the context of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and geriatric medicine.
Pronunciation
Functional: /ˈfʌŋkʃənəl/ Capacity: /kəˈpasɪti/ Index: /ˈɪndɛks/
Etymology
The term "Functional Capacity Index" is derived from the English language. "Functional" comes from the Latin functio meaning performance, "capacity" from the Latin capacitas meaning ability to hold, and "index" from the Latin index meaning pointer or indicator.
Definition
The Functional Capacity Index is a numerical scale that quantifies a person's ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, eating, and moving around. The FCI is often used to evaluate the progress of patients undergoing rehabilitation and to determine the level of care required for individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses.
Related Terms
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Basic self-care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs): More complex tasks that require cognitive and physical skills, such as managing finances and medications, shopping for groceries, and using transportation.
- Physical Therapy: A healthcare specialty focused on improving a patient's movement and physical function.
- Occupational Therapy: A healthcare specialty focused on helping patients perform daily activities and achieve independence.
- Geriatric Medicine: A specialty of medicine focused on the health and care of older adults.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Functional Capacity Index
- Wikipedia's article - Functional Capacity Index
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