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HMS, HAG 2019 HSC 8 MC

Which of the following identifies the two types of cardiovascular disease with the highest rates of mortality in Australia?

  1. Stroke and angina
  2. Stroke and coronary heart disease
  3. Peripheral vascular disease and angina
  4. Peripheral vascular disease and coronary heart disease
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\(B\)

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  • B is correct: Stroke and coronary heart disease cause the highest cardiovascular mortality rates.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Angina rarely causes death directly compared to coronary heart disease.
  • C is incorrect: Peripheral vascular disease has lower mortality than stroke/coronary heart disease.
  • D is incorrect: Peripheral vascular disease has lower mortality than stroke.