Safety and emergenciesQuestion 186 of 1700
What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- A heart attack that starts with chest pain
- A ministroke that lasts only a few minutes
- A stroke that causes lasting brain damage
- A seizure that goes on for about an hour
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Correct answer: A ministroke that lasts only a few minutes
A TIA has stroke-like signs that pass in minutes. It can warn of a later stroke, so tell the nurse.
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026