Geriatrics Palmer Exam 2 Practice

In what demographic is vascular dementia most common?

Women under age 60 Men and those above age 70 Children Women over age 80

Correct Answer:

Men and those above age 70

Explanation:

Vascular dementia is caused by cerebrovascular disease, so its risk increases with age and with prior vascular events like strokes. Because age is a major driver and some vascular risk factors are more prevalent in men, the demographic most commonly affected is men who are over 70. Younger groups (under 60 or children) and even older women have lower overall incidence, even though risk climbs with age for everyone. So the combination of male sex and age above 70 captures the group most commonly affected.

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