Question 1

Which of the following best describes a Behaviour Change Technique (BCT) as discussed in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

An irreducible, observable, and replicable component of an intervention designed to change behaviour.

Question 2

According to the Behaviour Change Wheel, which of the following is NOT a source of behaviour?

Accepted Answer

Regulation

Question 3

A physician prescribes a moderate-intensity exercise plan to a patient. According to research, which of the following outcomes is LEAST likely to be observed after 12 months?

Accepted Answer

Reduced exercise self-efficacy

Question 4

Which of the following is a key principle of Motivational Interviewing (MI)?

Accepted Answer

Development of discrepancy

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a self-regulatory strategy in behaviour regulation?

Accepted Answer

Developing a coping plan for possible barriers

Question 6

In the context of physical activity interventions, what is the main purpose of self-monitoring?

Accepted Answer

To increase awareness of behaviour, which can lead to modification of that behaviour.

Question 7

Which of the following best illustrates the use of 'stimulus control' as a behaviour modification technique?

Accepted Answer

Keeping running shoes in the car as a cue to exercise.

Question 8

A patient creates an action plan specifying when, where, and how they will exercise. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Action planning

Question 9

Which of the following is a common barrier to physicians providing exercise counseling in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Lack of time and training

Question 10

According to the study materials, why is goal-setting considered critical to other self-regulatory processes?

Accepted Answer

It directs attention, mobilizes effort, promotes persistence, and boosts self-efficacy.

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of a coping plan?

Accepted Answer

If it snows on Friday and I miss my walk, then I will do 30 minutes of Yoga on Saturday.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a recommended tip for effective informational interventions?

Accepted Answer

Use vague and general information.

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the 'OARS' technique in Motivational Interviewing?

Accepted Answer

Open-ended questions, Affirmation, Reflective listening, Summarizing

Question 14

A health educator wants to increase the credibility and recall of their physical activity message. According to the Physical Activity Messaging Framework (PAMF), which section should they focus on?

Accepted Answer

Message format and delivery

Question 15

Which of the following is a real-world example of positive reinforcement in a physical activity intervention?

Accepted Answer

Receiving praise from friends after attending a group exercise class.

Question 16

Which of the following equations best represents the relationship between behaviour and its sources according to the Behaviour Change Wheel?

Accepted Answer

$$Behaviour = f(Capability, Opportunity, Motivation)$$

Question 17

A patient partially completes their exercise plan. According to the Brief Action Planning Flow Chart, what is the recommended response?

Accepted Answer

Recognize partial completion and discuss next steps.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the difference between a tailored and a generic physical activity message?

Accepted Answer

A tailored message is personalized to the individual, while a generic message is broad and not specific to any one person.

Question 19

Which of the following is a plausible reason why exercise counseling rates are low among Canadian physicians, despite evidence of effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Physicians lack time, training, and institutional support.

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of using 'social pressure' as a behaviour change technique?

Accepted Answer

Encouraging a group of friends to exercise together and hold each other accountable.

Behaviour Change Interventions in Physical Activity: Psychological Foundations and Techniques

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