The table shows the number of emergency hospital admissions in a healthcare trust during 2023 caused by neurological, cardiovascular, and respiratory conditions. The table also shows the number of these admissions associated with tobacco smoking.
| Cause of hospital admission | Total number of admissions | Number of these admissions associated with tobacco smoking |
|---|---|---|
| Neurological conditions | 32 000 | 8 000 |
| Cardiovascular conditions | 78 000 | 39 000 |
| Respiratory conditions | 50 000 | 25 000 |
What is the total number of hospital admissions caused by all three conditions?
Calculate the percentage of the total number of hospital admissions that are associated with tobacco smoking. Show your working.
Tobacco smoking increases the risk of developing atherosclerosis in the carotid arteries. Explain how atherosclerosis in these arteries can cause an ischemic stroke (death of brain tissue).
