A Female Client Is Surprised to Learn That She Has

question 14

Multiple Choice

A female client is surprised to learn that she has been diagnosed with hemochromatosis. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client?

• A) "It doesn't affect people until they are in their 50s."
• B) "I would ask the doctor if he's sure about the diagnosis."
• C) "Females often do not experience the effects of the disease until menopause."
• D) "All women have the disorder but not the symptoms."

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