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Behavior Change & Client Communication Flashcards

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  1. A client has been eating well for 3 weeks but slips up over a holiday weekend. The coach should FIRST:

    Answer: Normalize the slip and explore what can be learned from it

    Normalizing lapses prevents shame spirals and framing them as learning opportunities supports resilience and long-term adherence.

  2. Which stage of the Transtheoretical Model involves taking consistent action for fewer than 6 months?

    Answer: Action

    The Action stage is when an individual has made specific overt modifications in their lifestyle within the past 6 months.

  3. The concept of 'change talk' in Motivational Interviewing refers to:

    Answer: Client statements that favor movement toward change

    Change talk consists of client-generated statements expressing desire, ability, reason, or need to change, which predict behavioral change.

  4. A nutrition coach who refrains from imposing their own values on a client is demonstrating:

    Answer: Non-judgmental stance

    A non-judgmental stance means accepting clients without criticism or bias, which builds trust and openness in the coaching relationship.

  5. Which of the following is an example of an implementation intention?

    Answer: 'I will eat a salad every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at lunch.'

    Implementation intentions are specific 'if-then' or 'when-where-how' plans that bridge the gap between intention and action.

  6. Motivational Interviewing is BEST described as:

    Answer: A client-centered collaborative conversation to strengthen motivation for change

    Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication that evokes motivation and commitment to change from within the client.

  7. A client's family regularly brings home processed foods, undermining their nutrition plan. This is BEST addressed by:

    Answer: Helping the client develop coping strategies and communicate needs to family members

    Social support and environmental factors significantly impact behavior change, so equipping clients to navigate their environment is essential.