W4 Primer - Problem Solving

Question 1

The most difficult challenge facing a nutritionist or nutrition counselor is to:

a. classify individuals.
b. assess nutritional status.
c. motivate behavior modification.
d. recommend solutions.

Answer 1

c. motivate behavior modification.

Question 2

Problem solving involves many different aspects, one being situation analysis. Situation analysis involves…

Answer 2

Determining the primary factors defining a situation. A prerequisite of such a determination is to gather information about those factors.

Question 3

The second phase of problem solving is:
A. Problem Recognition
B. Problem Identification
C. Analysis of Assumptions

Answer 3

A. Problem Recognition

(In order to recognize the problem, it is necessary to use the gathered information to describe the existing situation and then to compare the existing situation to the desired or optimal situation.)

Question 4

The third step of problem solving is PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION. Accurate identification of a problem requires the identification of those aspects of the
existing situation that differ from the desired or optimal situation. During this phase it is vital to:
A. identify the source(s) of the difference(s)
B. determine the nature of the evidence required to decide whether the problem has been solved after a solution is implemented
C. develop selection criteria to guide the evaluation of various solution alternatives
D. All of the above

Answer 4

D. All of the above

Question 5

What problem solving technique is used to evaluate the potential alternatives that could/will be facilitated?
A. Analysis of Assumptions
B. Generation of Alternatives
C. Selection of a Potential Solution

Answer 5

A. Analysis of Assumptions

Question 6

SELECTION OF A POTENTIAL SOLUTION, as a problem solving step, involves:

Answer 6

The systematic evaluation of the alternative solutions that have been identified against the previously-defined selection criteria will allow anticipation of the possible outcomes of each alternative and will facilitate the selection of the alternative with the best anticipated outcome

Question 7

Implementation of the chosen solution involves…

Answer 7

Translation of the chosen solution into specific actions or recommendations is required for its effective implementation.

Question 8

The information gathering phases of problem solving will be facilitated by the
implementation of the techniques of ______________?
A. Building rapport
B. Effective Listening
C. Troubleshooting lack of motivation

Answer 8

B. Effective Listening

Question 9

Some of the biggest challenges nutrition practitioners encounter and need to recognize is:

Answer 9

• People implement behavioral change only when they are ready to change.
  • A nutritional intervention is a powerful determinant of motivation, resistance and denial.
  • Change is effected through stages.
  • Interventions must be targeted to individuals’ degree of motivation.
  • Ambivalence blocks motivation.
  • Resistance and denial prevent the attainment of goals.

Question 10

How many stages of change are there within a patient/clients health journey?

Answer 10

6

Question 11

Which stage is a patient/client in if the individual is unaware of need for change; advice is counterproductive?
A. Preparation
B. Contemplation
C. Precontemplation

Answer 11

C. Precontemplation

Question 12

Which stage is a patient/client in if the individual is aware of need for change but remains ambivalent toward change?
A. Preparation
B. Contemplation
C. Precontemplation

Answer 12

B. Contemplation

Question 13

Which stage is the patient/client in if the individual embraces the need for change and is most susceptible to guidance?
A. Action
B. Contemplation
C. Preparation

Answer 13

C. Preparation

Question 14

Which stage is the patient/client in if the individual attempts to implement advice in order to effect change?
A. Action
B. Maintenance
C. Preparation

Answer 14

A. Action

Question 15

Which stage is the patient/client in if the individual has implemented change and requires reinforcement to sustain new behaviors?
A. Action
B. Relapse
C. Maintenance

Answer 15

C. Maintenance

Question 16

Which stage is the patient/client in if the individual fails to sustain new behaviors and requires redirection?
A. Maintenance
B. Relapse
C. Action

Answer 16

B. Relapse

Question 17

A professional nutritionist can engage in several activities that can facilitate behavior change, including:
A. Expression of empathy
B. Avoidance of argument and defensiveness
C. Tolerance of resistance
D. Support for self-efficacy
E. All of the above

Answer 17

E. All of the above