Of the following groups, who are at highest risk for a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?
a. Blacks over 65 years of age
b. Whites over 65 years of age
c. Blacks under 65 years of age
d. Whites under 65 years of age
ANS: A
The individuals at highest risk for cerebrovascular accident are blacks over 65 years of age. Older adults are at greater risk than younger adults, and blacks are at greater risk than whites.
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