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The nurse is teaching a client and his family about the client's new diagnosis of hemochromatosis. Which of the following details should the nurse include?

Correct Answer: B,D

Rationale: Hemochromatosis is a genetic disorder caused by HFE gene mutations, not an autoimmune condition. Heterozygous individuals rarely develop the disease, as two mutated genes are typically required. Homozygous individuals have the disease, not just carriers. Men are at greater risk due to higher iron accumulation (women lose iron via menstruation). These points should be included in teaching.

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