FREE CBDCE Education & Facilitation Questions and Answers

Question 1

What are effective strategies for facilitating behavior change in diabetes self-management?

Accepted Answer

Using motivational interviewing techniques

Answer

Providing a one-size-fits-all action plan

Answer

Using scare tactics to highlight complications

Question 2

Which of the following teaching strategies would be most effective for a patient with low health literacy?

Accepted Answer

Use of plain, non-medical language

Answer

Providing lengthy written materials

Answer

Speaking quickly to cover more content

Question 3

What topics should be included when providing education on blood glucose self-monitoring?

Accepted Answer

How to properly use a glucose meter

Answer

Advanced insulin pump troubleshooting for all patients

Question 4

A patient says, “I know I should exercise, but I just don’t have time.” How can you best respond to facilitate behavior change?

Accepted Answer

“What does your daily schedule look like? Let’s see where we can fit in small activities.”

Answer

“Skipping exercise will make your diabetes worse, so you really need to prioritize it.”

Answer

“You should try going to the gym for at least an hour each day.”

Question 5

What is the role of diabetes self-management education (DSME) in patient care?

Accepted Answer

To improve patient knowledge and self-care skills

Answer

To replace medical treatment with education alone