Behavioral & Psychosocial Support Flashcards
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According to the AADE7 Self-Care Behaviors framework, 'reducing risks' includes which of the following psychosocial components?
Answer: Identifying and managing stress to prevent its impact on glucose levels
Stress recognition and management is embedded within 'reducing risks' because chronic psychological stress directly affects glucose regulation through cortisol release.
A diabetes educator is working with a patient who has low health literacy. Which strategy is MOST effective for improving understanding?
Answer: Using the teach-back method with plain language and visual aids
The teach-back method confirms comprehension in real time and, combined with plain language and visuals, is the evidence-based standard for patients with low health literacy.
A patient with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes expresses anger, saying 'This isn't fair—I did everything right.' The MOST therapeutic immediate response is to:
Answer: Reflect the patient's feelings and acknowledge the injustice they feel
Empathic reflection validates the patient's emotional experience and builds trust before any educational content can be effectively received.
Problem-Focused coping in diabetes management is BEST illustrated by a patient who:
Answer: Researches carbohydrate counting strategies after a high post-meal reading
Problem-focused coping involves taking direct action to address the stressor itself, such as learning specific strategies to improve glycemic outcomes.
Which of the following BEST supports long-term behavior change in a patient with diabetes, according to Self-Determination Theory?
Answer: Autonomous motivation driven by personal values and intrinsic goals
Self-Determination Theory shows that autonomous (intrinsic) motivation yields more durable behavior change than externally controlled motivation such as incentives or surveillance.
A patient with type 1 diabetes reports significant fear of hypoglycemia that causes them to intentionally run high blood sugars. The FIRST-LINE intervention is:
Answer: Conduct structured psychological assessment and consider Blood Glucose Awareness Training (BGAT)
Fear of hypoglycemia requires psychological assessment; Blood Glucose Awareness Training (BGAT) is an evidence-based intervention that reduces fear while improving glycemic awareness.
In which situation is peer support MOST likely to enhance diabetes self-management?
Answer: When the patient benefits from lived-experience role modeling and social accountability
Peer support is most effective for motivation, problem-solving, and social accountability through shared lived experience, complementing but not replacing clinical care.