A nurse has recently learned of the death of a 22-year-old female frie

A nurse has recently learned of the death of a 22-year-old female friend. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of death?

a. Complications of childbirth
b. Accident or unintentional injury
c. Cancer
d. Cardiovascular disease

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: B
In the adolescent to early adulthood years, the leading cause of death for women is unintentional injuries (i.e., motor vehicle accidents, drug overdose). Complications of childbirth, cancer, and cardiovascular disease are not among the most likely causes of death of a 22-year old female.