One of the Reasons That Contributes to Higher Mortality Rates

question 6

Multiple Choice

One of the reasons that contributes to higher mortality rates from acute MI in women is:

• A) waiting longer to seek medical care.
• B) being younger when symptoms occur.
• C) risk factors associated with MI are more stronger in women than men.
• D) women have smaller hearts than men.

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ICD-10-CM General Note

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