Which practice is a hallmark of Core Value 5: Self-Reflection, Self-Assessment?

• A. Reflects on one's own reactions to clients during the nurse coaching process.
• B. Uses only standardized tests to measure outcomes.
• C. Avoids seeking feedback from clients.
• D. Performs coaching only for personal gain.

Answer: (A)

Self-reflection means regularly examining your own reactions to clients during the coaching process. When you notice what you feel in a coaching session, identify any biases or assumptions, and consider how those responses influence your listening, questioning, and the overall relationship, you’re practicing self-assessment. This ongoing inner work helps you stay client-centered, ethical, and effective, as you adjust your approach based on what your reactions reveal about your practice.

This behavior is the hallmark because it directly shows ongoing self-evaluation and growth that shapes how you coach. Relying only on standardized tests focuses on external measures and misses the inner analysis. Avoiding feedback from clients cuts off a crucial source of insight, and coaching only for personal gain contradicts professional ethics and the purpose of nurse coaching.