Nursing Action for Domestic Abuse Victim

A 34-year-old female patient is brought to the emergency department by her sister, who is concerned about possible domestic abuse. The patient appears withdrawn and has multiple unexplained bruises. Upon assessment, the nurse observes that the patient is hesitant to speak and avoids eye contact. The sister states that the patient has been feeling anxious and depressed, and has recently mentioned feeling unsafe at home. Given this scenario, what nursing action is the most appropriate to ensure the patient’s safety and promote healthy coping mechanisms?