The leading cause of death from infection in Americans older than 65 years of age is:

A) nephritis.
B) pneumonia.
C) encephalitis.
D) meningitis.

Answer: B) pneumonia.

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

Procedures such as splinting, insertion of IV lines and bandaging should be performed:

a. during the beginning of the ongoing exam b. as problems are detected in the primary survey c. in a manner so as not to delay transport d. just before the end of the focused exam

Health Professions

Which of the following is not included in a net autopsy rate?

A) Deaths over 48 hours B) Deaths under 48 hours C) Postoperative and obstetrical deaths D) Coroner's cases unavailable for autopsy

Health Professions