The nurse is performing an assessment of the client's head and neck.The client requests information about the assessment of her lymph nodes.Which of the following is the best response?

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Option A is the best response as it provides accurate information that enlarged lymph nodes can be indicative of an infection. Option B is incorrect as not all lymph nodes should be palpable. Option C is incorrect as the lymph system does not produce antibiotics, but it does play a crucial role in the body's immune response. Option D is incorrect as some lymph nodes may be naturally larger, and not all enlarged lymph nodes are necessarily abnormal.

The Nurse Is Performing an Assessment of the Client's Head