Pathway to Wellness Exam Questions And
Answers
Chapter 1
The steps to writing a mission statement include all of the following except
evaluating your strengths and weaknesses
Which of the following does not accurately describe a mission statement?
Your mission statement should be an in-depth view of what you think is the purpose of your life.
Which of the following defines the contemplation stage of the transtheoretical model of stages of
change?
You recognize that a behavior change would be beneficial and decide to implement a change at some
time in the distant future; no firm commitment is made.
Which of the following is the correct order of the stages in the transtheoretical model of stages of
change?
precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, termination
Concrete decisions to reach your life mission are referred to as
goals
One of the steps in designing a plan for a permanent lifestyle change is to predict obstacles. Which
two purposes does this step serve?
prepares you for predictable obstacles and gives you the confidence that your plan can survive other
obstacles when they come up
Which of the following is not an intervention strategy?
identifying triggers
Sophie is in the habit of watching her favorite soap operas every day after dinner and avoiding her
homework until late at night. In implementing a permanent lifestyle change, Sophie decides to go for
a 15-minute walk after dinner and begin her homework immediately after she returns. Sophie's
decision best characterizes which of the following?
behavior substitution
The overall theme of chapter 1 could best be described as
God has a mission, and we should too
In writing a personal mission statement, the first of the seven steps is to get input from others.
False
You should not ask for others' opinions of your mission statement; it is your mission for your life, not
theirs.
False
, The first step in the transtheoretical model of stages of change is contemplation.
False
The final step in the transtheoretical model of stages of change is action.
False
In designing a plan for a permanent lifestyle change, your objective should be simple, specific,
detailed, and precise.
True
Plans for achieving goals should be somewhat vague, allowing room for deviation and changes along
the way.
False
Behavior shaping and behavior substitution are synonymous.
False
A behavior contract is a written promise to another person that you will complete activities according
to your plan. It includes a statement of the goal and the steps you will take to achieve it.
True
An example of a negative reinforcement is staying home on a Friday night instead of hanging out with
friends because you didn't follow your exercise plan.
True
Ch 2
Which of the following statements is most true?
a and b: Depression is associated with dissatisfaction over body image.
Dissatisfaction with body image is associated with depression.
All of the following dimensions make up body image except
cultural
Discolored teeth would most likely be present in which eating disorder?
bulimia
Amenorrhea would most likely be present in which eating disorder?
anorexia nervosa
Compulsive exercise would most likely be present in which eating disorder?
anorexia athletica
Answers
Chapter 1
The steps to writing a mission statement include all of the following except
evaluating your strengths and weaknesses
Which of the following does not accurately describe a mission statement?
Your mission statement should be an in-depth view of what you think is the purpose of your life.
Which of the following defines the contemplation stage of the transtheoretical model of stages of
change?
You recognize that a behavior change would be beneficial and decide to implement a change at some
time in the distant future; no firm commitment is made.
Which of the following is the correct order of the stages in the transtheoretical model of stages of
change?
precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, termination
Concrete decisions to reach your life mission are referred to as
goals
One of the steps in designing a plan for a permanent lifestyle change is to predict obstacles. Which
two purposes does this step serve?
prepares you for predictable obstacles and gives you the confidence that your plan can survive other
obstacles when they come up
Which of the following is not an intervention strategy?
identifying triggers
Sophie is in the habit of watching her favorite soap operas every day after dinner and avoiding her
homework until late at night. In implementing a permanent lifestyle change, Sophie decides to go for
a 15-minute walk after dinner and begin her homework immediately after she returns. Sophie's
decision best characterizes which of the following?
behavior substitution
The overall theme of chapter 1 could best be described as
God has a mission, and we should too
In writing a personal mission statement, the first of the seven steps is to get input from others.
False
You should not ask for others' opinions of your mission statement; it is your mission for your life, not
theirs.
False
, The first step in the transtheoretical model of stages of change is contemplation.
False
The final step in the transtheoretical model of stages of change is action.
False
In designing a plan for a permanent lifestyle change, your objective should be simple, specific,
detailed, and precise.
True
Plans for achieving goals should be somewhat vague, allowing room for deviation and changes along
the way.
False
Behavior shaping and behavior substitution are synonymous.
False
A behavior contract is a written promise to another person that you will complete activities according
to your plan. It includes a statement of the goal and the steps you will take to achieve it.
True
An example of a negative reinforcement is staying home on a Friday night instead of hanging out with
friends because you didn't follow your exercise plan.
True
Ch 2
Which of the following statements is most true?
a and b: Depression is associated with dissatisfaction over body image.
Dissatisfaction with body image is associated with depression.
All of the following dimensions make up body image except
cultural
Discolored teeth would most likely be present in which eating disorder?
bulimia
Amenorrhea would most likely be present in which eating disorder?
anorexia nervosa
Compulsive exercise would most likely be present in which eating disorder?
anorexia athletica
