Macro Ethics, Professionalism, & Boundaries 1 Flashcards
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A macro coach notices a client has been losing weight significantly faster than planned and suspects they may be restricting beyond their prescribed macros. What is the most appropriate action?
Answer: Directly address the discrepancy with the client in a non-judgmental way and reassess the plan
Coaches have a professional duty to address discrepancies that may indicate unsafe behavior. Opening a non-judgmental conversation respects client autonomy while fulfilling the coach's duty of care. Ignoring it or acting without communication violates trust and proper practice.
A macro coach is also a licensed dietitian. When providing nutrition services, which statement best reflects ethical dual-role practice?
Answer: The coach should clearly communicate to clients which hat they are wearing at any given time
When a professional holds dual credentials, clients must understand which role is active at any time, since scope of practice, liability, and the nature of the relationship differ between coaching and clinical dietetics.
A client discloses personal mental health struggles during a coaching session. How should a certified macro coach respond?
Answer: Acknowledge the disclosure empathetically, then clarify that mental health support is outside the coaching scope and suggest appropriate resources
Macro coaches must recognize the limits of their scope of practice. Acknowledging the client with empathy maintains rapport, while redirecting to qualified mental health professionals ensures the client gets appropriate care.
A macro coach wants to share a client's before-and-after transformation story on their website. The client verbally agreed months ago. What is the most professionally sound approach?
Answer: Obtain written, informed consent that specifies exactly how the content will be used before publishing
Verbal consent is insufficient for publishing identifiable client information. Written informed consent that details the specific use — platform, format, and duration — is the professional and ethical standard.
A prospective client asks a macro coach to guarantee they will lose 20 pounds in 60 days or receive a full refund. What is the ethical response?
Answer: Decline the guarantee and explain that results vary based on individual factors outside the coach's control
Outcome guarantees are ethically problematic because they oversimplify complex physiological processes, can pressure coaches to prescribe unsafe protocols, and may mislead clients. Coaches should set honest expectations while supporting client effort.
A macro coaching client begins purchasing supplements that the coach sells directly. Which ethical principle requires the most vigilance in this situation?
Answer: Conflict of interest, because the coach has a financial incentive that may influence recommendations
When a coach profits from a client's purchasing decisions, a conflict of interest arises. Ethical coaches must disclose this relationship, ensure recommendations are client-centered rather than profit-driven, and consider whether selling to clients is appropriate.
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