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NBHWC Study Guides study questions verified answers guaranteed pass A+, Exams of Advanced Education

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NBHWC Study Guides study questions verified
answers guaranteed pass A+
1. Is the following goal a behavioral goal or an outcome goal? Comment
below with your answer.
"I will lose 10 pounds in two months.": Outcome goal
2. A client is working on quitting smoking and has indicated he's had a
really hard week. He went out with friends twice this week and ended
up smoking with his friends. As a coach it is critical in these moments to:
A. Use double-sided reflections
B. Provide unconditional positive regard
C. Discuss why he chose to smoke with his friends
D. Ask him about other friends he has in his life:
3. Which type of reflection is the following statement. "It's sounds like
you are saying getting more sleep is important to you but you are not
willing to give up video games at night."
A. Simple reflection
B. Amplified reflection
C. Double-sided reflection:
4. Which of the following is true about brainstorming sessions?
a. Brainstorming sessions last as long as they need to.
b. Very specific answers
c. No evaluation of quality of answers
d. All of the above:
5. Turn the following statement into a simple
reflection. Next, turn it into an amplified reflection.
Comment either one below.
"I don't see the point of trying to get more fit. Everything I've tried never
works":
6. Which of the following is not considered a major risk factor for
cardiovas- cular disease?
A. Physical inactivity
B. Smoking
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  1. Is the following goal a behavioral goal or an outcome goal? Comment below with your answer. "I will lose 10 pounds in two months.": Outcome goal
  2. A client is working on quitting smoking and has indicated he's had a really hard week. He went out with friends twice this week and ended up smoking with his friends. As a coach it is critical in these moments to: A. Use double-sided reflections B. Provide unconditional positive regard C. Discuss why he chose to smoke with his friends D. Ask him about other friends he has in his life:
  3. Which type of reflection is the following statement. "It's sounds like you are saying getting more sleep is important to you but you are not willing to give up video games at night." A. Simple reflection B. Amplified reflection C. Double-sided reflection:
  4. Which of the following is true about brainstorming sessions? a. Brainstorming sessions last as long as they need to. b. Very specific answers c. No evaluation of quality of answers d. All of the above:
  5. Turn the following statement into a simple reflection. Next, turn it into an amplified reflection. Comment either one below. "I don't see the point of trying to get more fit. Everything I've tried never works":
  6. Which of the following is not considered a major risk factor for cardiovas- cular disease? A. Physical inactivity B. Smoking

C. Stress D. Alcohol-use:

  1. Which of the following behavior change technique is considered most collaborative A. Motivational Interviewing B. Health Education C. Prochaska's Stages of Change D. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy:
  2. At which coaching session is it best to set SMART goals? A. First session B. Second session C. 6th session D. After at least 2 months:
  3. The following description is the definition of which term? "the feeling that you understand and share another person's experiences and emotions" *See pg. 29 of CPM under Show Empathy - first sentence "Traditionally" A. Sympathy B. Empathy C. Rapport D. Coaching Relationship:
  4. Which of the following is not one of the five principles of Appreciative Inquiry? A. Empathetic B. Positive C. Anticipatory D. Poetic:
  5. A Registered Dietician just passed his RD exam and is now a NBC- HWC. He holds no other certifications. He designed a HIIT program his first client. Is he operating within his ICHWC scope of practice?: No
  6. If you as the coach experience a traumatic life event that you feel will effect your ability to coach, per the ICF Standards of Ethical Conduct you should: A. Continue to coach and survey your client at the end to see how you performed B. Ask your client if they would be willing to take a break from coaching C. Suspend or terminate the coaching relationship and refer them to

A. Assistance B. Acceptance C. Affirming:

  1. Which of the following is NOT a change statement. A. I know it is really hard. B. I am going to do something I just don't know what. C. I can take control of this. D. If I don't stop, something bad will probably happen.:
  2. If a coach gets a client to begin advocating for their own change, this is called: A. Reframing B. Evoking C. Structuring D. Zooming:
  3. Goal-setting theory includes four mechanisms for behavior change. Which of the following is not a mechanism of goal-setting theory? A. Directed attention B. Persistence C. Motivation D. Strategy:
  4. What should you as a coach always do before providing advice? A. Wait until the end of the session. B. Make sure the client is in the right stage of change. C. Ask permission.:
  5. When the interaction of skill and challenge are matched you are said to be experiencing? A. Fulfillment B. Well-being C. Flow:
  6. If the client is largely resistant to change they are most likely in which stage of change? A. Precontemplation B. Contemplation C. Preparation D. Maintenance:
  7. Which of the following is NOT a domain of emotional intelligence? A. Self-Awareness B. Self-Management

C. Self-Fulfillment D. Social Awareness:

  1. Which of the following is an example of an unbiased question? A. Where might you start? B. Have you considered hiring a personal trainer? C. Can you set a goal to complete next week? D. Have you thought about keeping a food log?:
  2. Which open-ended question would be best if your client is not ready to change at all? A. What would have to happen that would signal you that it's time to start thinking about changing? B. What would be some positive aspects of changing right now? C. What has worked for you in the past? D. What are some positive aspects of not changing right now?:
  3. Self-disclosure on the part of the coach is often not advised. Which of the following reason would make self-disclosure appropriate? A. To let your client know you've experienced something similar B. To promote trust C. To give your client time to think D. To show sympathy:
  4. Coaches are sometimes called "guides on the side". This means: A. You provide only helpful suggestions. B. You are comfortable not knowing what is best for your client. C. You provide education at each session.:
  5. In which situation would dialing 2-1-1 be important? A. In an emergency situation while coaching B. If your client is going through a high stress situation at work C. Recognizing symptoms of depression in your client.:
  6. Which of the following is NOT an example of mindful listening? (Coaching Psychology Manual pg. 34) A. Pause after your client has spoken. B. Listen for only the facts. C. Do not interrupt (except if a client wanders off track) D. Mirror what the client has said to confirm your understanding.:
  7. Prochaska & Prochaska in their book Changing to Thrive (pg.12) indicate that the most significant jump from one stage of change to the next is between and.

up for gym memberships, bought home exercise equipment, bought DVDs, and more. Keeping in mind Dr. Barks description of coaching, which of the following reflection best represents this empowerment model. A. You've tried a lot of things. B. You are very resilient and are not giving up. C. Working out is hard work. D. Working out is not your favorite thing to do.:

  1. Your client has had success in improving his stress management skills and resiliency. He is now focusing on his water consumption. Client: I remember for about 2 days and then get busy and forget to drink my water and then start all over again. I've tried apps, different types of water bottles, and adding flavor. Nothing seems to work. Coach: That must be very frustrating. Which of the following skills is the coach most likely using? (ICHWC practice question reworked just for fun!) A. Being patient B. Bottom-lining C. Eliciting motivation D. Empathizing E. Summarizing:
  2. Coaching programs often teach that asking WHY questions are not ideal because it puts clients on the defensive (Arloski pg. 121). Please rewrite the question below to avoid using WHY. What is another way you can ask this question? "Why don't you just try to exercise?" "Tell me about a time when you were successful with an exercise routine.": - What type of exercise has been successful for you in the past? What would need to happen for you to consistently participate in some exercise?
  3. You are on your second session with your client and she tells you she is not satisfied with her stress levels. It stresses her out just thinking about it. Her goals is to reduce her stress levels to increase her energy.

Prior to this session, she took a strengths assessment. Her strengths included bravery, humor, and fairness. Her lowest categories in the strengths assessment were gratitude, prudence, and creativity. Which of the following is the most appropriate approach for this client? (Coaching Psychology Manual, pg. 50, 107).

above and beyond when asked, staying late, and being overly positive and no matter what all she does is critique my work and tell me to try harder. I am not sure what else I can do. Coach: You've tried several things to appease your boss and nothing seems

to be working and you feel at a loss at what to do next. Which of the following skills is the coach most likely demonstrating? A. Being patient B. Double-sided reflection C. Eliciting motivation D. Summarizing:

  1. Your client set the following goal: She will exercise 3 days a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 4pm for the next 8 weeks beginning today. Note: She has consistently exercised two days a week for 6 months and her overall vision includes enhanced fitness and increased energy. Which of the following SMART component is she missing from her goal? A. Specific B. Measurable C. Realistic:
  2. <DNe s c r i b e the MAJOR differences between the CDC's MyPlate and Har- vard's Healthy Eating Plate (ICHWC Guidelines for Exam page 30).:
  3. Client: I don't have time to prep healthy food for lunch or dinner and neither does anyone in my family! Coach: Since you don't have time to good prep, let's talk about the smoothies you said you were drinking 3 times a week and loving them. Which reflective listening skill is the coach using? (WellCoaches manual page 68) A. Simple Reflection B. Shifted-Focus Reflection C. Amplified Reflection:
  4. A Coach and Client are working on goal-setting. The Coach asks the question: "Is this goal within your capabilities?" and "Does this goal depend on anyone else's choices?" Which of the letters in the SMART acronym is the coach trying to clarify? A. Specific B. Measurable C. Attainable D. Relevant E. Time-Specific:

That's a lot to take in. What's your understanding of these health markers? You are overwhelmed with all of this new information. What about the information troubles you the most?

  1. Client: "I have 3 kids and a full-time job and am taking care of my aging father-in-law. I have no time for healthy eating. Coach: I completely understand. I have kids and am a caretaker too. It is so frustrating but I am getting through it and so can you. Which of the following is the coach exhibiting: A. Pity B. Sympathy C. Empathy:
  2. Research indicates positive affect and emotion can not only affect mental health but also physical health by: A. Decreasing pain B. Enhancing immune function C. Increased longevity D. All of the above:
  3. Discord may appear during a coaching session. Which of the following is NOT a sign of discord in the client-coach relationship? (ACE textbook) A. Defending B. Interrupting C. Disengagement D. Questioning:
  4. Client: I know that if I got a gym membership I would definitely increase my physical activity but I am so worried about looking dumb or getting injured. Which stage of change is this client most likely in? (Prochaska, Page 15). A. Precontemplation B. Contemplation C. Preparation D. Never gonna do it.:=
  5. Your client has just set goals. You then ask "On a scale of 1-10, how confident are you that you will be successful with that goal?" What is this technique called? (Coaching Psychology Manual pg. 86-87): Con- fidence Ruler
  1. Client: As a result of coaching I have learned to listen to my inner voice. What type of outcome is this as a result of participating in coaching? A. Product Outcome B. Biometric Outcome C. Process Outcome:

used as a way to build trust and rapport and are used as a springboard to start the coaching sessions (among other things). Nevertheless, wellness assessments must be used with caution as they tend to lead a coach into an mind set rather than an empathetic one. (Coaching Psychology Manual pg. 114-115).

A. Compassionate B. Evaluative C. Supportive D. Appreciative:

  1. Motivational interviewing is a communication strategy in which a coach partners with a client to explore about behavioral change. A. Decision-making B. Resistance C. Acceptance D. Ambivalence:
  2. Hailey has noticed that her client interrupts her quite frequently when she does speak during coaching calls. Miller and Rollnick would identify this as what? A. Moving from precontemplation to contemplation B. A sign of discord C. A client expressing their autonomy:
  3. Which skill is the coach exemplifying in the scenario below?: Client: I did so well last week and basically blew off every goal this week. I am so pissed at myself. Coach: You are frustrated because you know how successful you can be. Tell me what went well this week despite not meeting your goals. A. Positive reframing B. Confidence assessment C. Affirmations D. Perceptive reflections:
  4. Coaches often use the following phrases during coaching sessions. What technique do these phrases represent? "Say more about that" "What's behind that?" "How do you feel about that" "Tell me more" A. Positive reframing B. Nonviolent communication C. Probing questions D. Appreciative inquiry:
  5. You see an advertisement for an NBC-HWC. The advertisement reads "work with me to lose 30 pounds in 30 days". Which of the following ICF standards of ethical conduct might the coach be violating? (Coaching Psychology Manual, pg. 23)

C. Professional Conduct with Clients D. Confidentiality/Privacy:

  1. Coach: Tamar I hear you saying that Fitness is your top priority but you have not found time to Exercise in the past three weeks. Which technique is the coach using? A. Resistance management B. Open-ended questioning C. Simple reflection D. Identifying discrepancies:
  2. According to our resource by Dr. Jordan (pg. 73) there is one particular time that closed-ended questions are appropriate.: For Check-Ins
  3. Setting goals is a primary task of wellness coaching and is grounded in science. Which of the following statements is NOT a purpose of goal- setting with your clients. (Coaching Psychology, pg.133) A. Goals serve as a way to direct a client's attention. B. Setting goals improves self-efficacy. C. Goals positively affect persistence. D. Goals are energizing.: B. Setting goals improves self-efficacy
  4. A 28-year-old woman speaks with the coach on the phone for her third session. The client has a goal to improve her health and appearance; she is not satisfied with her appearance due to weight gain. She went through a difficult divorce five years ago which has left her feeling resentful and cautious about relationships. She also "generally feels run down" because of work. Prior to this session, she took a strengths assessment. Her top five strengths were fairness, creativity, integrity, humility, and prudence. Her five lowest categories were perseverance, zest, bravery, capacity to love, and gratitude. Which of the following is the most appropriate approach for this client? (ICHWC practice Question). A. Encourage the client to engage in more social interactions B. Encourage the client to use a gratitude journal C. Establish a schedule to set aside regular time for deep breathing exercises D. Explore the client's stre:
  5. Exploring clients personal

motivation Show empathy Identify discrepancies Roll with resistance Assist self-efficacy The above are principles of what coaching technique? (Jordan, pg. 72)