A patient tells the nurse that she hopes she does not develop rheumatoid arthritis since her mother suffers so much pain with the disorder. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this patient?

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The nurse should provide factual information about the disorder and its risk factors, including the genetic link and the higher incidence in women. Option B is incorrect because stress is not a known cause of rheumatoid arthritis. Option C is incorrect because estrogen levels do not prevent the onset of the disorder, but may affect the severity of symptoms. Option D is incorrect because limiting physical activity does not prevent the onset of rheumatoid arthritis.

A Patient Tells the Nurse That She Hopes She Does