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?

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Hemochromatosis is a genetic disorder that causes excess absorption of iron from the diet. It is more commonly diagnosed in males but can also affect females. However, female clients often do not experience the effects of the disease until after menopause due to blood loss during their menstrual cycle. Choosing option A is incorrect because while it is true that the disease often goes undiagnosed until the client is in their 50s, it can affect people at a younger age. Option B is inappropriate as the diagnosis has been made by a physician and questioning it could cause undue stress for the client. Option D is incorrect as not all women have hemochromatosis, though they may carry the genetic mutation.

A Female Client Is Surprised to Learn That She Has