NBHWC EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A++
Pre-contemplation
people in this stage are not even thinking about a new behavior pattern. May not realize
that there is a problem. Confused by contradictory info.
Contemplation
2nd stage - aware of problem, thinking about making a change. Fence sitters.
ambivalent about importance and abilities. Usually wants to make change within 3
months.
Transtheoretical Model of Change
Stages of change
Preparation
stage of change in which people are getting ready to make a change within the coming
month. Gathering info. Maybe meeting with doctors/dietitians to get advice.
Experiencing emotions of possible change.
Action
4th stage. Have decided to make changes. Some parts of plan may be working well &
others not so well. A hard day may include stating with action but going to
contemplation and then pre-contemplation. Working hard but still feeling a bit shaky
about changes.
Maintenance
6 months or more. Maybe be setting new goals. Experiencing the rewards but still
experiencing slips.
, Mirroring
Involves summarizing, paraphrasing, or reiterating what the client has said to build
rapport and ensure clarity and understanding. Match clients tone, body language, and
gestures.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
a directive, client-centered style for eliciting behavior change by helping clients explore
and resolve ambivalence. Effective to stop addiction. Emphasis on language of change.
Reflection
Involves paraphrasing what the client has said to underscore meaning and convey an
underlying emotion or thought. Allows the client to really hear what he or she is saying
to create clarity.
Double sided reflection
A method for pointing out conflicting information that a client presents in his or her
words, actions, or emotions.
Amplified reflection
exaggerates what client states. Taking the reflection a step further by using the cues
presented by the client to make an educated guess about what is going on.
Summarizing
Involves reflecting back to the client a concise overview of the key points they shared
Reflecting
Can be used to integrate and connect previous experiences
paradox of change
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A++
Pre-contemplation
people in this stage are not even thinking about a new behavior pattern. May not realize
that there is a problem. Confused by contradictory info.
Contemplation
2nd stage - aware of problem, thinking about making a change. Fence sitters.
ambivalent about importance and abilities. Usually wants to make change within 3
months.
Transtheoretical Model of Change
Stages of change
Preparation
stage of change in which people are getting ready to make a change within the coming
month. Gathering info. Maybe meeting with doctors/dietitians to get advice.
Experiencing emotions of possible change.
Action
4th stage. Have decided to make changes. Some parts of plan may be working well &
others not so well. A hard day may include stating with action but going to
contemplation and then pre-contemplation. Working hard but still feeling a bit shaky
about changes.
Maintenance
6 months or more. Maybe be setting new goals. Experiencing the rewards but still
experiencing slips.
, Mirroring
Involves summarizing, paraphrasing, or reiterating what the client has said to build
rapport and ensure clarity and understanding. Match clients tone, body language, and
gestures.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
a directive, client-centered style for eliciting behavior change by helping clients explore
and resolve ambivalence. Effective to stop addiction. Emphasis on language of change.
Reflection
Involves paraphrasing what the client has said to underscore meaning and convey an
underlying emotion or thought. Allows the client to really hear what he or she is saying
to create clarity.
Double sided reflection
A method for pointing out conflicting information that a client presents in his or her
words, actions, or emotions.
Amplified reflection
exaggerates what client states. Taking the reflection a step further by using the cues
presented by the client to make an educated guess about what is going on.
Summarizing
Involves reflecting back to the client a concise overview of the key points they shared
Reflecting
Can be used to integrate and connect previous experiences
paradox of change
