CCP Health Coaching Techniques & Communication Skills 3

Question 1

A health coach is working with a patient who has heart failure and frequently says, 'There's no point in trying anymore.' This statement MOST likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

Potential depression that warrants screening

Answer

Expressions of hopelessness in patients with chronic illness are a red flag for depression and should prompt formal screening.

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used to screen for depression in patients with chronic conditions during health coaching sessions?

Accepted Answer

PHQ-9

Answer

The PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) is a validated, widely used tool for depression screening in primary and chronic care settings.

Question 3

When setting a SMART goal with a patient managing COPD, which goal is written MOST appropriately?

Accepted Answer

Patient will walk 10 minutes daily for 5 days per week for the next 4 weeks

Answer

A SMART goal is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — all elements present in the third option.

Question 4

During a health coaching session, a patient living with chronic pain states, 'I've tried everything and nothing helps.' The coach MOST appropriately responds by:

Accepted Answer

Affirming the patient's frustration and asking what has helped even a little

Answer

Affirmation followed by an open question acknowledges the patient's struggle while exploring exceptions and building self-efficacy.

Question 5

In health coaching, 'change talk' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Patient statements that favor movement toward behavior change

Answer

Change talk consists of patient-generated statements expressing desire, ability, reasons, or need for change, which predicts successful behavior change.

(CCP) Chronic Care Professional Certification Practice Test

(CCP) Chronic Care Professional Certification Practice Test

CCP Health Coaching Techniques & Communication Skills 3