Which apply to maintaining safety in a client's home?

• A. Always keep doors locked
• B. Hang up if you receive threatening phone calls
• C. Follow all rules of home safety
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Maintaining safety in the client’s home comes from using multiple protective steps together. Keeping doors locked helps prevent unauthorized entry and protects both the client and the caregiver, especially when you’re not with the client. Hanging up on threatening phone calls reduces personal risk and signals that you will seek help from your supervisor or authorities rather than engaging with the threat. Following all rules of home safety ensures you’re consistently using the right practices—like keeping pathways clear, using assistive devices properly, knowing how to use safety equipment, and adhering to agency policies. When these kinds of actions are combined, they collectively create a safer environment for the client.