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functional capacity

[ˈfʌŋkʃənəl kəˈpæsɪti]
nounpl: functional capacities
capacidade funcional
1. The ability of a person to perform activities of daily living and work-related tasks
The patient's functional capacity was evaluated before returning to work.
A capacidade funcional do paciente foi avaliada antes de retornar ao trabalho.
2. The maximum level of physical or cognitive performance that an individual can sustain
Regular exercise can improve functional capacity in elderly adults.
O exercício regular pode melhorar a capacidade funcional em adultos idosos.
3. In medical context, the residual ability to perform occupational duties safely and effectively
The doctor assessed the worker's functional capacity after the injury.
O médico avaliou a capacidade funcional do trabalhador após a lesão.
Synonyms
work capacityphysical capacityfunctional abilitywork abilityperformance capacity
Antonyms
functional limitationdisabilityincapacity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capacidade funcional
most common term in healthcare and occupational settings
São Paulo
capacidade funcional
standard medical terminology
Portugal
capacidade funcional
equivalent term used in Portuguese healthcare system

Related Idioms & Phrases

at full functional capacity
restore functional capacity
assess functional capacity
return to functional capacity
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