Cardiac-Vascular Nursing (CVRN) Practice Exam

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What is the risk of stroke for each successive decade after age 55?

Triples
Doubles
Does not change
Declines

The correct answer is: Doubles

The correct answer is based on epidemiological studies that show a significant increase in the risk of stroke as people age, particularly after the age of 55. Specifically, the risk of stroke doubles with each decade of life after this age. This is attributed to various age-related factors, including increasing prevalence of conditions such as hypertension, atherosclerosis, and other cardiovascular diseases that contribute to stroke risk. Understanding this doubling effect helps healthcare professionals recognize the importance of preventative measures in older adults, such as managing blood pressure, controlling cholesterol levels, encouraging a healthy lifestyle, and providing education about recognizing stroke symptoms. Such knowledge is integral to reducing the overall incidence of stroke in the aging population.