unit 1 topics Flashcards
pre-contemplation
resistant to change, “I can’t attitude
- key = empathy
contemplation
patient/client is thinking
- key: vision and motivators
preparation
patient/client says “I’m going to do this” or “I’m planning on doing this”
- key: plan with SMART goals
action
patient/client has engaged in healthy behaviors
- key: motivate, reward, celebrate
maintenance
patient/clients have been in action for at least 6 months
SMART goals
specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, timely
assess
- vitals, labs, tests
- patients understanding of disease/risk
- readiness to change
advise
nonjudgmental, open minded, filling in gaps of what patient doesn’t know, inform about risks
agree
patient agrees with plan for change
assist
- SMART goals
- resources
arrange
- follow up
- referral
coach acronym
- curiosity
- openness
- appreciation
- compassion
- honesty
coach approach
- helps patient help themselves
- builds motivation, confidence, and engagement
- relies on patient self awareness and insights
- strives to help patients find their own answers
- focuses on what is working well
- collaborates
obesity BMI scale
- below 18.5 = underweight
- 18.5-24.9 = healthy
- 25-29.9 = overweight
- 30 + = obese
central obesity (waist circumference)
- men > 102 cm (40 in)
- women > 88 cm (35 in)