CCRP CCRP Behavioral Change 2

Question 1

Which barrier to cardiac rehabilitation adherence is most commonly reported by patients in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Transportation difficulties and distance to the program

Answer

Transportation and distance are the most frequently cited barriers to cardiac rehab attendance among US patients.

Question 2

In the context of cardiac rehabilitation, 'relapse prevention' strategies are designed to help patients:

Accepted Answer

Identify triggers and cope with lapses to maintain long-term behavior change

Answer

Relapse prevention equips patients with strategies to recognize high-risk situations and recover from lapses without abandoning healthy behaviors entirely.

Question 3

Social support in cardiac rehabilitation has been shown to:

Accepted Answer

Improve adherence, mental health outcomes, and long-term behavior maintenance

Answer

Strong social support from family, friends, and program staff improves adherence and psychological outcomes in cardiac rehab.

Question 4

Which behavioral technique involves rewarding patients for meeting specific cardiac rehabilitation goals to reinforce healthy behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Positive reinforcement

Answer

Positive reinforcement uses rewards or praise when patients achieve goals, increasing the likelihood of repeating the healthy behavior.

Question 5

A CCRP working with a patient who uses tobacco should first assess the patient's readiness to quit using which framework?

Accepted Answer

The 5 A's model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange)

Answer

The 5 A's model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange) is the evidence-based framework for tobacco cessation counseling in clinical settings.

CCRP - Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional Practice Test

CCRP - Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional Practice Test

CCRP CCRP Behavioral Change 2