A patient diagnosed with leukemia says, "If I have too many white blood cells, and white blood cells fight infections, why do I have to be careful not to be exposed to germs?" What would be an appropriate response for the nurse?

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Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells, and in this disease, abnormal white blood cells are produced. These abnormal white blood cells are not effective at fighting infections, which is why patients with leukemia must take extra precautions to avoid exposure to germs. Option A is partially correct but may not fully explain the situation. Option B is dismissive and unhelpful. Option D is not directly related to the patient's question.

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