NBHWC 4 — Ethics/Legal exam 2023 with 100% correct answers

Definition of Self-Care Taking care of oneself on all levels; a way of living that incorporates behaviors that enable one to maintain personal health and balance, replenish energy and motivation, and grow as a person. Definition of Burnout The extinction of motivation or incentive, especially where one's devotion to a cause or relationship fails to produce the desired results. Two core characteristics of an effective coaching environment 1. Safe enough (doesn't always mean comfortable!) for clients to take the risks they need to take 2. Courageous place where clients are able to approach their lives and the choices they make with motivation, curiosity, and creativity. Two qualities for a safe and courageous coaching environment - Confidentiality: promotes disclosure - Trust: believing, and believing in the client + confidentiality Explain accountability A simple accounting for promises of action and the insight of learning. No judging or requiring proof. Respecting client vision and action plans but also willing to be honest and direct for their sake. When using the expert hat (4 things) 1. Check that the info you have is truly relevant to client and client's situation — what will be gained from sharing it? 2. Be CLEAR that you are not wearing the coach's hat, but rather of someone who has some expertise in a given area 3. Make sure the client wants the information and ask permission 4. Be clear that you are offering this without attachment, that you don't assume you have the right answer, and there are no strings attached. What to be clear about - Coaching definition - Coaching design - Distinctions between coaching and consulting, mentoring, etc. - Role of the coach - Boundaries of coaching (esp. regarding advice-giving ... won't do w/o the professional qualification i.e. medical, legal, financial) Describe consulting - Paid to understand the problem and present workable solutions. Describe mentoring - Provides wisdom and guidance based on own experience. - May include advising, counseling, and coaching. Describe training - Programs set out by trainer or instructor - Assumes a structured learning path that coincided with an established curriculum Describe health education - Work to encourage healthy lifestyles and wellness through educating individuals about behaviors that promote healthy living and prevent diseases and other health problems - Attempt to prevent illness by informing and education