TTS Behavioral Counseling & Motivational Interviewing 2

Question 1

The 5 A's framework for tobacco cessation counseling stands for:

Accepted Answer

Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange

Answer

The 5 A's are Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, and Arrange — a structured brief intervention approach supported by the USPHS Clinical Practice Guideline.

Question 2

A patient says, 'I know smoking is bad, but I'm not ready to quit.' This patient is MOST likely in which stage of change?

Accepted Answer

Contemplation

Answer

Contemplators acknowledge the problem and may be weighing costs and benefits but have not yet committed to taking action.

Question 3

Which MI technique involves reflecting back to a client a statement that slightly amplifies the meaning to encourage deeper exploration?

Accepted Answer

Amplified reflection

Answer

An amplified reflection slightly overstates what the client said, which often prompts the client to back off and explore more nuanced or balanced views.

Question 4

The decisional balance technique in tobacco cessation counseling helps clients by:

Accepted Answer

Exploring the pros and cons of smoking and quitting

Answer

Decisional balance explores the benefits and costs of both smoking and quitting, helping clients resolve ambivalence and build motivation.

Question 5

According to the 5 R's approach for unmotivated smokers, what do the 5 R's stand for?

Accepted Answer

Relevance, Risks, Rewards, Roadblocks, Repetition

Answer

The 5 R's — Relevance, Risks, Rewards, Roadblocks, and Repetition — are used to enhance motivation in patients who are not ready to make a quit attempt.

TTS - Tobacco Treatment Specialist Certification Practice Test

TTS - Tobacco Treatment Specialist Certification Practice Test

TTS Behavioral Counseling & Motivational Interviewing 2