CBC Behavioral Modification Techniques 5

Question 1

A client resumed grazing behaviors a year after surgery. Which first step best follows behavioral counseling principles?

Accepted Answer

Conducting self-monitoring to identify grazing triggers and patterns

Answer

Assessment through self-monitoring precedes intervention so strategies can target actual triggers.

Question 2

Which technique pairs a high-probability behavior (watching a favorite show) with a low-probability behavior (using the treadmill) to increase exercise?

Accepted Answer

Premack principle

Answer

The Premack principle uses a preferred activity as a reinforcer for a less preferred one.

Question 3

A client says, "I know sweets hurt my pouch, but I deserve a treat after hard days." The counselor responds, "You value rewarding yourself, and you also want to protect your health." This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A double-sided reflection

Answer

A double-sided reflection acknowledges both sides of the client's ambivalence in one statement.

Question 4

Which relapse-prevention strategy prepares clients for high-risk situations like holiday gatherings?

Accepted Answer

Rehearsing specific coping plans in advance

Answer

Anticipating high-risk situations and rehearsing coping responses is a core relapse-prevention skill.

Question 5

A counselor notices a client's food log shows accurate weekday entries but blank weekends. The most effective behavioral response is to:

Accepted Answer

Problem-solve weekend barriers to logging collaboratively

Answer

Collaborative problem-solving addresses the specific barrier while preserving the client's autonomy and the monitoring habit.

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CBC Behavioral Modification Techniques 5