Which of the following is FALSE about myocardial infarction?
A) It is responsible for more than 48,000 deaths in Canada annually.
B) It is caused by a combination of organ weakness and infection.
C) It is the second leading cause of death in Canada for men and women over 45.
D) It is more likely to occur in an individual with Type A personality.

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Myocardial infarction is not caused by a combination of organ weakness and infection. It is caused by the blockage of blood flow to the heart, often due to a blood clot forming in one of the coronary arteries. The other options are true - myocardial infarction is responsible for a significant number of deaths in Canada annually, is the second leading cause of death for men and women over 45 in Canada, and is more likely to occur in individuals with Type A personalities.

Which of the Following Is FALSE About Myocardial Infarction