Atopic dermatitis: practice question

A Dermatology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Dermatology · Atopic dermatitis

Sample item

Which distribution is common in older children with atopic dermatitis?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Flexural surfaces

This item reviews Atopic dermatitis; Flexural surfaces is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Nail beds only

    Nail beds only is not supported by the defining findings.

  • B. Flexural surfaces (correct)

    Correct. Flexural surfaces directly fits the key features in the stem.

  • C. Palms only

    Palms only does not match the stated presentation.

  • D. Soles only

    Soles only is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

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What is the answer to this Dermatology question?

The best answer is B, Flexural surfaces. This item reviews Atopic dermatitis; Flexural surfaces is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Nail beds only" not the answer?

Nail beds only is not supported by the defining findings.

Why is "Palms only" not the answer?

Palms only does not match the stated presentation.

Why is "Soles only" not the answer?

Soles only is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Atopic dermatitis in Dermatology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Flexural surfaces directly fits the key features in the stem.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Atopic dermatitis?

Learn each condition by its primary lesion, site and signature sign. Then use the flashcards and the other Dermatology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.