What percentage of pregnancy-associated suicides involved IPV?

• A. 15%
• B. 30%
• C. 5%
• D. 54%

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is recognizing how often intimate partner violence is present in pregnancy-related suicides, which highlights IPV as a major risk factor. Research indicates that a large share of pregnancy-associated suicides occur in the context of IPV, with about 54% of such cases involving IPV. This makes 54% the best choice because it reflects the higher prevalence among the options, whereas the other figures (15%, 30%, 5%) would suggest only a minority, which isn’t consistent with how frequently IPV is seen in this context. This understanding reinforces the importance of routinely screening for IPV in pregnant patients, especially when there are any signs of mental health distress or suicidality, to ensure safety planning and access to support services.