SG Scenarios Flashcards
A 45-year-old woman comes to the coach’s office for her first session. She was referred by her primary care provider after being informed that she is obese and at risk for type
2 diabetes. She was advised to reduce her sugar intake but doesn’t know where to begin. She expresses that she wants to learn more about what dietary changes can best
support her health.
After acknowledging the client’s emotions and efforts, which of the following is the
most appropriate response from the coach?
A) “What are some ways you can learn more about reducing the amount of
sugar in your diet?”
B) “Let’s start by identifying what foods to eliminate.”
C) “I know some great recipes that helped me cut out sugar when I had this problem. Would you like some to try?”
D) “Could you schedule an appointment with a nutritionist to learn more about a
low-glycemic diet?”
The correct answer is a) “What are some ways you can learn more about reducing the amount of sugar in your diet?”
This is the only answer choice that demonstrates the belief that the client is resourceful and promotes the client’s autonomy, since the coach is prompting her to explore her own knowledge, preferences, and potential solutions for her interest in learning more about health-supportive dietary changes.
