A patient is concerned about developing rheumatoid arthritis because a family member has so much pain from the disorder. What should the nurse respond?
A. "The amount of estrogen you have in your body will prevent the onset of the disorder."
B. "Limit your physical activity to prevent the onset of the disorder."
C. "Autoimmune disorders are genetically linked."
D. "The only way you will develop this disorder is if you become highly stressed."
Answer: C
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