CN Health & Wellness Coaching 2

Question 1

A client says, 'I know I should eat more vegetables, but I just can't seem to make it happen.' According to motivational interviewing, what type of talk is this?

Accepted Answer

Change talk with sustain talk elements

Answer

The statement contains both change talk ('I should eat more vegetables') and sustain talk ('I can't make it happen'), a common ambivalence pattern.

Question 2

In the Transtheoretical Model, a client who plans to start a walking program within the next 30 days and has bought walking shoes is in which stage?

Accepted Answer

Preparation

Answer

Preparation is marked by intention to act within 30 days plus small concrete steps toward the behavior.

Question 3

Which coaching response best demonstrates a complex reflection?

Accepted Answer

'It sounds like family dinners feel like the one time you can connect, so changing them feels risky.'

Answer

A complex reflection adds meaning or emotion beyond the client's literal words rather than simply repeating content.

Question 4

A wellness coach notices a client repeatedly sets ambitious goals and abandons them within a week. What is the most appropriate coaching strategy?

Accepted Answer

Collaborate to scale goals down to small, highly achievable steps to build self-efficacy

Answer

Small wins build self-efficacy, which Bandura identified as a key predictor of sustained behavior change.

Question 5

Which of the following falls OUTSIDE the scope of practice for a nutritionist acting as a wellness coach?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosing a client's binge eating disorder

Answer

Diagnosing eating disorders is reserved for licensed mental health or medical professionals; coaches should refer out.

(CN) Certified Nutritionist Practice Test

(CN) Certified Nutritionist Practice Test

CN Health & Wellness Coaching 2