An oncology nurse is aware that which of the following individuals is at the greatest risk for the development of Hodgkin's disease?
A) The spouse of a patient with Hodgkin's disease
B) A patient with a liver transplant on immunosuppressive therapy
C) A patient with heart failure on diuretic therapy
D) A patient who works on a fishing boat
Ans: B
Feedback: The patient on immunosuppressive therapy is at an increased risk for the development of Hodgkin's disease. No increased incidence for non-blood relatives (spouses) has been documented. Patients who are woodworkers or who have been exposed to Agent Orange demonstrated an increased incidence of Hodgkin's disease.
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