Motivational Interviewing (MI) APNA Questions With Complete Solutions

Define MI correct answer: 1 - It's a style of communication that helps people find their own reasons for change. 2 - It's a style of communication using questions and statements strategically to help people think and talk in a positive direction. 3 - Motivational interviewing is a person-centered, counseling style addressing the common problem of ambivalence about change. 4 - The pt NOT the nurse makes the argument for change Process of MI correct answer: 1 - Engaging - rapport and therapeutic relationship 2 - Focusing - direction toward change 3 - Evoking - pt can talk themselves into and out of change 4 - Planning - change perspective from "whether/why" to "when/how" Seven principles of MI correct answer: 1 - Collaboration or working in partnership - dancing with the pt & NOT wrestling 2 - Acceptance (NOT approval) which is based on empathy and unconditional positive regard 3 - Evocation is focusing on client's strength (pt has everything that s/he needs to change) 4 - Compassion (NOT suffering with) 5 - Autonomy (recognize, and honor client's CHOICES) 6 - Support Self‐Efficacy - create confidence 7 - Roll with Resistance - do not fight or challenge, explore other views