NBHWC PRACTICE TEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM-
STYLE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
◉ What is the best approach for a coach when a client is frequently
late and misses sessions? Answer: Share observations, express
empathy, and inquire about priorities.
◉ Which response would NOT increase change talk for a client
struggling with physical activity? Answer: What makes the protocol
feel hard and impossible?
◉ What does MyPlate recommend regarding trans and saturated
fats? Answer: Limiting trans and saturated fats.
◉ What is the best response from a coach when a client's parents
inquire about their progress? Answer: I am not able to discuss
anything about my coaching services or any clients without prior
written consent from the client.
◉ What coaching technique is demonstrated when the coach asks
about improvements in the client's relationship with their boss?
Answer: Use of Positive Psychology
,◉ What is the purpose of wellness assessments in the first coaching
session? Answer: To help the client reflect on their life and discover
aspects of their wellbeing.
◉ What activity does ringing a bell at the beginning of a session
improve? Answer: Mindfulness
◉ What is the main purpose of familiarizing yourself with a client's
health risk assessment? Answer: To offer education and insight into
their current health status.
◉ What coaching technique is being demonstrated when suggesting
a gradual approach to quitting sugar? Answer: Righting Reflex
◉ In the NBHWC Code of Ethics, what section addresses recognizing
and honoring the contributions of others? Answer: Professional
Conduct at Large
◉ Which biometric is most concerning for increasing heart attack
risk? Answer: Waist-to-hip ratio
◉ What open-ended question is best for a client in the
contemplation stage? Answer: What would have to happen that
would signal you that it's time to start thinking about changing?
,◉ What roadblock to communication did the coach demonstrate by
telling the client what to do? Answer: Telling people what to do
◉ How does the coach inquire about the client's arthritis impact?
Answer: By asking how it is impacting them today.
◉ What does the client's response about a bad day with arthritis
exemplify? Answer: Change Talk
◉ What should the coach do when the client finds reading no longer
enjoyable? Answer: Help the client explore other options for
incorporating enjoyable activities.
◉ Which of the following is NOT a CDC recommendation for proper
sleep hygiene? Answer: Avoid eating or drinking anything before
bedtime.
◉ What aspect of the conversation about sleep would NOT be
considered the coach approach? Answer: Not asking permission
before giving advice.
◉ Why does the advertisement for coaching services violate NBC-
HWC Code of Ethics? Answer: Coaching sessions are contingent
upon purchase of supplements.
, ◉ What coaching skill is demonstrated when the coach summarizes
the client's concerns about quitting smoking? Answer: Summary
reflection
◉ What should the coach practice more of when they find
themselves thinking about what to say next? Answer: Mindful
listening
◉ What type of discord is the client exhibiting when they express
stress affecting their sleep? Answer: Defending
◉ What measurement is best for assessing visceral fat? Answer:
Waist circumference
◉ What open-ended question is best for a client uninterested in
quitting smoking? Answer: What are some positive aspects of not
changing right now?
◉ What is the client's main concern regarding quitting smoking cold
turkey? Answer: Worry about irritability affecting relationships.
◉ What technique did the 54-year-old man incorporate to manage
stress? Answer: Deep breathing and maintaining a consistent
morning schedule.
STYLE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
◉ What is the best approach for a coach when a client is frequently
late and misses sessions? Answer: Share observations, express
empathy, and inquire about priorities.
◉ Which response would NOT increase change talk for a client
struggling with physical activity? Answer: What makes the protocol
feel hard and impossible?
◉ What does MyPlate recommend regarding trans and saturated
fats? Answer: Limiting trans and saturated fats.
◉ What is the best response from a coach when a client's parents
inquire about their progress? Answer: I am not able to discuss
anything about my coaching services or any clients without prior
written consent from the client.
◉ What coaching technique is demonstrated when the coach asks
about improvements in the client's relationship with their boss?
Answer: Use of Positive Psychology
,◉ What is the purpose of wellness assessments in the first coaching
session? Answer: To help the client reflect on their life and discover
aspects of their wellbeing.
◉ What activity does ringing a bell at the beginning of a session
improve? Answer: Mindfulness
◉ What is the main purpose of familiarizing yourself with a client's
health risk assessment? Answer: To offer education and insight into
their current health status.
◉ What coaching technique is being demonstrated when suggesting
a gradual approach to quitting sugar? Answer: Righting Reflex
◉ In the NBHWC Code of Ethics, what section addresses recognizing
and honoring the contributions of others? Answer: Professional
Conduct at Large
◉ Which biometric is most concerning for increasing heart attack
risk? Answer: Waist-to-hip ratio
◉ What open-ended question is best for a client in the
contemplation stage? Answer: What would have to happen that
would signal you that it's time to start thinking about changing?
,◉ What roadblock to communication did the coach demonstrate by
telling the client what to do? Answer: Telling people what to do
◉ How does the coach inquire about the client's arthritis impact?
Answer: By asking how it is impacting them today.
◉ What does the client's response about a bad day with arthritis
exemplify? Answer: Change Talk
◉ What should the coach do when the client finds reading no longer
enjoyable? Answer: Help the client explore other options for
incorporating enjoyable activities.
◉ Which of the following is NOT a CDC recommendation for proper
sleep hygiene? Answer: Avoid eating or drinking anything before
bedtime.
◉ What aspect of the conversation about sleep would NOT be
considered the coach approach? Answer: Not asking permission
before giving advice.
◉ Why does the advertisement for coaching services violate NBC-
HWC Code of Ethics? Answer: Coaching sessions are contingent
upon purchase of supplements.
, ◉ What coaching skill is demonstrated when the coach summarizes
the client's concerns about quitting smoking? Answer: Summary
reflection
◉ What should the coach practice more of when they find
themselves thinking about what to say next? Answer: Mindful
listening
◉ What type of discord is the client exhibiting when they express
stress affecting their sleep? Answer: Defending
◉ What measurement is best for assessing visceral fat? Answer:
Waist circumference
◉ What open-ended question is best for a client uninterested in
quitting smoking? Answer: What are some positive aspects of not
changing right now?
◉ What is the client's main concern regarding quitting smoking cold
turkey? Answer: Worry about irritability affecting relationships.
◉ What technique did the 54-year-old man incorporate to manage
stress? Answer: Deep breathing and maintaining a consistent
morning schedule.
