A client with stage I GVHD following a bone marrow transplant is very depressed because he has developed this complication. The nurse should base interactions with this client on the fact that stage I GVHD
A) is likely to prevent successful engraftment.
B) may prevent leukemic relapse.
C) is treatable with steroids.
D) is usually fatal very quickly.

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Whereas severe GVHD is usually fatal, researchers believe that a complete absence of this immune reaction increases the risk of leukemic relapse. When interacting with the client, the nurse should use this information as the basis of therapeutic communication.

A Client with Stage I GVHD Following a Bone Marrow