The nurse is in a maternal/child unit and is caring for a new parent. The new parent expresses concern about their safety in the home. The nurse provides the client with an intimate partner violence crisis center number. Which of the following is a way the nurse can evaluate the client’s response to the safety plan?

Choice A reason: Entering the crisis center number into their phone demonstrates active engagement with the safety plan. This action shows that the client is taking practical steps to ensure they can access help if needed. It reflects readiness to use available resources and indicates that the client has internalized the importance of safety planning. Choice B reason: Stating they are not planning to leave their home does not evaluate the effectiveness of the safety plan. While it reflects the client’s current decision, it does not show engagement with the resources provided or readiness to act if danger arises. Choice C reason: Thanking the nurse for the information is polite but does not demonstrate actual engagement with the safety plan. Gratitude alone does not indicate that the client will use the resource or has incorporated it into their safety strategy. Choice D reason: Believing the home will be safer because of the presence of a baby is a misconception and does not reflect an understanding of the safety plan. In fact, the presence of children can increase risk in abusive environments. This response shows denial rather than engagement with protective measures.