In the ICF framework, Body Structure refers to

• A. The affected body part like lungs, heart, bone, joint, etc.
• B. The social roles and participation.
• C. The patient’s daily activities and tasks.
• D. The actions the patient can perform, such as walking.

Answer: (A)

Body Structures in the ICF framework are the anatomical parts of the body—the bones, joints, organs, and other physical components such as the heart or lungs. This category focuses on the actual physical makeup that can be impaired, rather than on function or involvement in daily life. Therefore, describing an affected body part like lungs, heart, bone, or joint correctly identifies Body Structures. The other terms refer to how a person functions or participates (participation), what tasks they can perform (activities), or the actions they carry out, which are about function rather than the physical parts themselves.