A client with an autoimmune disorder tells the nurse they are not sure they understand what an autoimmune disorder is. What would be the nurse's best response?

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An autoimmune disorder is a condition in which the body's immune system attacks and damages its own tissues, mistaking them for foreign substances. This results in progressive tissue damage without any verifiable cause. Option A is incorrect because immunoglobulins are actually increased in autoimmune disorders. Option C is incorrect because the body is attacking its own antibodies, not antibodies from the environment. Option D is incorrect because allergies and autoimmune disorders are two distinct conditions.

A Client with an Autoimmune Disorder Tells the Nurse They