What theory of behavior change states that individuals are behaviors are based on their readiness or stage of change?

• Health Belief Model

• Social Cognitive Theory

• Transtheoretical Model

• Theory of Planned Behavior

Stimulus control is a behavioral strategy that might be most effective in which stage of change?

• pre-contemplation

• contemplation

• preparation

• action

Which of the following strategies could be best utilized in moving a client from contemplation to preparation?

• removing cues for sedentary behavior

• reinforcing positive behaviors

• using rewards

• a decisional balance exercise

Which behavior change theory emphasizes the client's thoughts and feelings toward behavior change and focuses on building self-efficacy?

• Transtheoretical Model

• Social Cognitive Theory

• Health Belief Model

• Theory of Planned Behavior

Which is NOT a component of a SMART goal?

• Singular

• Measurable

• Attainable

• Time-Specific

A person who is confident that he or she can successfully participate regularly in an exercise program MOST likely:

• Has high self - efficacy related to exercise

• Is in the contemplation stage of change

• Has very strong self-esteem

• Is completely intrinsically motivated

A strong social support network can provide an individual with all of the following except:

• Improved program adherence

• Extrinsic motivation

• Relapse prevention support

• Intrinsic motivation

After 1 year of regular training sessions your client wanted to try to continue on her own. During the following 6 months you notice your client routinely exercising for 1 hour 4-5 days a week. Your client says she LOVES coming to the gym and feels great after work outs. You can MOST likely contribute your client's success to which of the following?

• Extrinsic motivation

• Self-esteem

• Intrinsic motivation

• Self-sufficiency

The most basic of health risk appraisal forms, this form does NOT ask about current medications nor exercise history.

• Medical Clearance

• PAR-Q

• Health History Questionnaire

• Exercise History and Attitude Questionnaire

Feedback given to your client should be presented in what order?

• correct errors, praise positives, motivate to improve

• praise positives, correct errors, motivate to improve

• motivate to improve, correct errors, praise positives

• correct errors, motivate to improve, praise positives