Question 1

According to the theory of planned behavior,which of the following describes an individual's intention to engage in a healthy behavior?&#10;A)Subjective norm&#10;B)Attitude toward a behavior&#10;C)Perceived behavioral control&#10;D)Behavioral intention

Accepted Answer

According to the theory of planned behavior, an individual's intention to engage in a healthy behavior is represented by their behavioral intention. This is the conscious decision an individual makes to perform a behavior, and is influenced by their attitudes towards the behavior, subjective norms (social pressure to perform the behavior), and perceived behavioral control (belief in one's ability to perform the behavior). Therefore, the correct choice is D, behavioral intention.

Question 2

According to the Health Belief Model,which of the following is necessary for an individual to change a health behavior?&#10;A)The perception that others may be affected by one's health behavior&#10;B)The perception that the consequences of the health behavior are severe&#10;C)The belief that the behavior is only partly responsible for the disease&#10;D)The belief that not changing the health behavior is not an option

Accepted Answer

According to the Health Belief Model, an individual is more likely to change their health behavior if they perceive the consequences of their behavior to be severe. This perception leads to a greater perceived threat, which in turn leads to a greater likelihood of behavior change. The other options may influence an individual's decision to change their behavior in different ways, but the perception of the severity of the consequences is the most important factor in determining behavior change according to this model.

Question 3

According to the Physical Activity Model for People with Disability,which of the following influences an individual's intention to engage in physical activity following spinal cord injury?&#10;A)Having access to a wheelchair-accessible gym and a 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.work schedule&#10;B)The diagnosis of an incomplete spinal cord injury as opposed to a complete injury&#10;C)Having adequate insurance coverage for participation in an outpatient rehabilitation program&#10;D)Having family members who are actively involved in an exercise program

Accepted Answer

A

Question 4

A physical therapist engages a patient who has been recently diagnosed with diabetes in a discussion about diet and exercise and provides the patient with guidelines for an improved diet in addition to the rehabilitation plan of care.What type of prevention is the physical therapist exercising?

A)Secondary prevention
B)Primary prevention
C)Tertiary prevention
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

Secondary prevention aims to reduce the impact of a disease or injury that has already occurred. This is done through early detection and treatment, as well as by encouraging personal strategies to prevent re-injury or complications. In this scenario, the physical therapist is engaging in secondary prevention by providing guidelines for an improved diet to a patient already diagnosed with diabetes, aiming to manage the condition and prevent complications.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a physical therapist's strategy to assist a patient's progression of health behavior change from the precontemplation to the contemplation stage of change?&#10;A)Assisting a patient with a family history of heart disease to develop an exercise routine&#10;B)Providing a patient with an exercise program following a minor heart attack&#10;C)Providing a patient with information on the effect of inactivity on heart health&#10;D)Assisting a patient with the progression of an exercise program

Accepted Answer

Providing a patient with information on the effect of inactivity on heart health is an example of a physical therapist's strategy to assist a patient's progression from the precontemplation to the contemplation stage. This strategy helps the patient become aware of the negative consequences of their current behavior, which can lead to contemplation of change.

Question 6

Which of the following will MORE directly enhance a patient's self-efficacy and improve the chances of making a healthy lifestyle change?&#10;A)Encouraging the patient to quit smoking immediately&#10;B)Educating the patient on proper heart rate monitoring for exercise progression&#10;C)Encouraging the patient to sign up for a marathon as a way of being motivated to begin a running program&#10;D)Educating the patient on a proper ergonomic set-up for the office

Accepted Answer

Educating the patient on proper heart rate monitoring for exercise progression will directly enhance a patient's self-efficacy by giving them the knowledge and tools to track their progress and see improvements in their fitness. This can lead to a sense of accomplishment and confidence in their ability to make healthy lifestyle changes. Encouraging the patient to quit smoking immediately or sign up for a marathon may be overwhelming and lead to feelings of failure if they are not successful. Educating the patient on a proper ergonomic set-up for the office may not directly relate to their ability to make a healthy lifestyle change.

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