What Is the Leading Cause of Death Among Older Adults

question 13

Multiple Choice

What is the leading cause of death among older adults age 65 and older, as reported in 2016?

• A) Stroke
• B) Cancer
• C) Alzheimer's disease
• D) Heart disease

Understand the factors leading to job losses in various sectors in the United States.

Identify the causes of the current nursing shortage and legislative efforts to address it.

Recognize the trends toward hospital mergers and the reason behind these mergers.

Understand the challenges faced by uninsured or underinsured Americans in accessing healthcare.

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