Motivational interviewing is a technique that:

A) Tells patients what to do

B) Collaboratively explores and resolves ambivalence to help patients find internal motivation for behavior change

C) Uses punishment

D) Only applies to substance abuse

Explanation

Motivational interviewing: patient-centered approach using OARS (Open questions, Affirmations, Reflective listening, Summarizing). Explores ambivalence, supports autonomy, elicits change talk.

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