Health & Wellness Coaching Exam Test Prep Practice Questions And Answers

Practice Question #1: Is the following goal a behavioral goal or an outcome goal? ______ I will lose 10 pounds in two months. - ANS Outcome goal is the correct answer! Practice question #2: Which type of reflection is the following statement? "It 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 - ANS C is the correct answer! Practice Question #3: 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 - ANS C is the correct answer! Practice Question #4: Turn the following statement into a simple reflection. Next, turn it into an amplified reflection. "I don't see the point of trying to get more fit. Everything I've tried never works" - ANS Simple: I hear you say you've tried everything. Amplified: Nothing you will do will EVER work no matter what. Practice Question #5: Which of the following is not considered a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease? A. Physical inactivity B. Smoking C. Stress D. Alcohol-use - ANS Correct answer is D Practice Question #6: Which of the following behavior change techniques is considered most collaborative? A. Motivational Interviewing B. Health Education C. Prochaska's Stages of Change D. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - ANS A is correct answer Practice Question #7: 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 - ANS A or B is correct. Most often the first session is for visioning and the second session is goal setting but it can be done in first session too! Practice Question #8: The following description is a the definition of which term?"the feeling that you understand and share another person's experiences and emotions" A. Sympathy B. Empathy C. Rapport D. Coaching Relationship - ANS B