NASM-CPT Client Relations and Behavior Change 3

Question 1

Which stage of the Transtheoretical Model describes a client who has been exercising consistently for more than six months?

Accepted Answer

Maintenance

Answer

The maintenance stage applies to individuals who have sustained a behavior change for more than six months and are working to prevent relapse.

Question 2

Which motivational interviewing principle involves acknowledging and validating a client's feelings without judgment?

Accepted Answer

Expressing empathy

Answer

Expressing empathy through reflective listening shows clients they are understood, which builds trust and reduces defensiveness.

Question 3

A client reports feeling overwhelmed by their workout program. The BEST trainer response is to:

Accepted Answer

Simplify the program and address the client's concerns collaboratively

Answer

Adjusting the program to reduce overwhelm and working collaboratively with the client increases adherence and demonstrates client-centered coaching.

Question 4

Social support for exercise adherence most commonly comes from:

Accepted Answer

Family, friends, training partners, and the trainer

Answer

Social support from family, friends, workout partners, and the trainer creates accountability and encouragement that significantly improves long-term adherence.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'decisional balance' in the context of behavior change?

Accepted Answer

Weighing the perceived pros and cons of changing behavior

Answer

Decisional balance involves the client's evaluation of the benefits versus the costs of adopting a new behavior, which influences readiness to change.

NASM Practice Test

NASM Practice Test

NASM-CPT Client Relations and Behavior Change 3