International classification of functioning, disability and health in professional practice: theoretical reflection

Objective: Weaving reflections on the use of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Professional Practice of Health. Method: A reflexive study from the reading of texts on the said classification in professional practice. Results: It presents an approach about the family of classification of the World Health Organization with emphasis in this classification and a reflection on its use as a multiprofessional terminology with a focus on health, enabling systematic practice based on evidence and in decision-making according to the real needs of individuals. Conclusion: It considers that the use of a unified technical-scientific language, at national and international level, facilitates the professional practice in the area of functionality and health, with ducts and references understood by specialists and non-specialists, ensuring a continuous assistance and qualified to the clientele served, in favor of health promotion and improvement of quality of life. Descriptors: Classifications in Health; International Classification of Diseases; International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health; Professional Practice; Terminology.