Abstract:

Objective To analyse the criterion-related validity of comprehensive ICF Core Sets for stroke. Methods Comparison of concepts of items among SF-36, Barthel index, Mini-mental State Examination, WHO quality of life-BREF, WHO Disability Assessment Scale Ⅱ and Comprehensive ICF Core Sets for stroke had been conducted using the linking rules established by Cieza and Stucki. Field test had been conducted for 93 patients with stroke with the above 6 scales. Results 16 body function items and 27 activities and participation items matched with items of the selected functioning measurement scales (0.4P<0.05). Conclusion Comprehensive ICF core sets for stroke has good criterion-related validity.

Key words: International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, comprehensive ICF Core Sets for stroke, criterion-related validity