Module #1: Overview of Health Coaching

Question 1

Explain the circumstances driving the need for the profession of health coaching

Answer 1

short visits, half of pts leave visit without knowning what was discussed

only 9% of pts participate in decisions

med adherence 50%

lifestyle changes below 10%

Question 2

Define health coaching

Answer 2

helping patients gain the knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to become active participants in their care so that they can reach their self-identified health goals.

Question 3

Explain the difference between an expert and coach approach

Answer 3

coaching presumes a collaborative paradigm (asking patients what changes they are willing to make) rather than a directive paradigm (telling patients what to do).

Question 4

Identify two primary ways health coaching is being utilized in the clinical setting

Answer 4

1. providing self management support
2. bridging gap b/n clinician and pt
3. helping pts navigate the health care system
4. offering emotional support
5. serve as continuity figure

Question 5

Name the theories and communication styles that underpin health coaching

Answer 5

the relationship is foundational.

Question 6

Name three common clinical practice environments that offer health coaching services and programs

Answer 6

primary care
discharge care
nursing

Question 7

what is mindfulness

Answer 7

a way of paying attention

Question 8

Which of the following is an evidence-based barrier to clinicians providing behavioral counseling to their patients:

Select one:

a. Lack of provider interest in supporting behavior change
b. Misunderstanding the need for behavior change
c. Inadequate clinician knowledge and training in behavioral counseling
d. No financial incentive for behavioral counseling

Answer 8

C

Question 9

Which of the statements below refers to a Health Coaching approach?

Select one:

a. Advises behavior change
b. Collaborates with patients
c. Provides lifestyle diagnoses
d. Treats patients

Answer 9

b

Question 10

Which of the following is a necessary component of a health coaching intervention (in other words, without it, the intervention can not be considered health coaching)?

Select one:

a. Inclusion of a patient-centered measure of determination
b. Use of motivational interviewing techniques
c. Content education
d. Consistent relationship

Answer 10

d