A stroke is _____.
A) an aneurysm in the brain
B) a myocardial infarction
C) a cerebrovascular accident
D) the 15th leading cause of death in the United States
E) not related to hypertension

Question

A stroke is _____.
A) an aneurysm in the brain 
B) a myocardial infarction 
C) a cerebrovascular accident 
D) the 15th leading cause of death in the United States 
E) not related to hypertension

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident, occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, leading to brain cell damage or death. It is not an aneurysm in the brain or a myocardial infarction (heart attack), and it is the 5th leading cause of death in the United States. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a major risk factor for stroke.

A Stroke Is _____