The nurse should consider which patient at greatest risk for developing agammaglobulinemia?

Agammaglobulinemia is a condition characterized by a significant deficiency of antibodies in the blood, leading to an increased susceptibility to infections. When evaluating the patients presented, the one who stands out as having the greatest risk for developing this condition is the 7-month-old male with recurrent infections.

In infancy, the immune system is still maturing, and the presence of recurrent infections can be indicative of a failure in antibody production or a primary immunodeficiency, such as agammaglobulinemia. Infants and young children are particularly vulnerable due to their underdeveloped immune systems, making them more likely to present with symptoms of immunodeficiency, including repeated infections.

The 6-year-old female has no family history, which makes it less likely for her to be at risk for a genetic condition like agammaglobulinemia. The 35-year-old female with a respiratory infection is presenting with an acute issue that doesn't necessarily indicate an underlying immunodeficiency. The 40-year-old male with a family history could suggest a risk factor; however, without further context about his specific health and immunologic status, he may not necessarily be at highest risk compared to the infant who is already exhibiting clinical signs of recurrent