Which condition, with its lack of oxygenated blood to brain tissues, causes signs and symptoms similar to a stroke but lasts only 24 hours?

A) CTS
B) TIA
C) CSF
D) TENS


B
Explanation: A) Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) does not affect the brain.
B) Correct! TIA means transient ischemic attack. Transient means temporary.
C) Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is not a condition.
D) Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a procedure, not a condition.

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