Issa quiz 1 Test Guide Questions and
Answers
What is the definition of behavior? - ANSWER-An action that can be observed,
measured, and modified
What stage of change is someone in if they are engaging in a new behavior and have
been doing so for less than six months? - ANSWER-Action
What stage of change is someone in if they are in denial or ignorant to the fact that a
change may be necessary? - ANSWER-Pre-Contemplation
What type of motivation is driven by personal enjoyment and satisfaction? - ANSWER-
Intrinsic motivation
Which psychological need in the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is described as the
basic need to feel in control of one's own behavior and goals? - ANSWER-Autonomy
Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question? - ANSWER-How did
you first notice you were gaining weight?
What type of goal is focused on the necessary steps to achieve it? - ANSWER-Process
goal
What does the "A" in SMART goals stand for? - ANSWER-Achievable
What type of goal is open to interpretation by the client as opposed to being supported
by measurable data? - ANSWER-A subjective goal
When communicating with clients, what type of communication must be constructive
and effective to improve competence? - ANSWER-Feedback
Answers
What is the definition of behavior? - ANSWER-An action that can be observed,
measured, and modified
What stage of change is someone in if they are engaging in a new behavior and have
been doing so for less than six months? - ANSWER-Action
What stage of change is someone in if they are in denial or ignorant to the fact that a
change may be necessary? - ANSWER-Pre-Contemplation
What type of motivation is driven by personal enjoyment and satisfaction? - ANSWER-
Intrinsic motivation
Which psychological need in the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is described as the
basic need to feel in control of one's own behavior and goals? - ANSWER-Autonomy
Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question? - ANSWER-How did
you first notice you were gaining weight?
What type of goal is focused on the necessary steps to achieve it? - ANSWER-Process
goal
What does the "A" in SMART goals stand for? - ANSWER-Achievable
What type of goal is open to interpretation by the client as opposed to being supported
by measurable data? - ANSWER-A subjective goal
When communicating with clients, what type of communication must be constructive
and effective to improve competence? - ANSWER-Feedback
