Fractures: neck of femur: practice question

A Orthopaedics 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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Orthopaedics · Fractures: neck of femur

Sample item

An elderly patient has shortened externally rotated leg after fall. What fracture is likely?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Neck of femur fracture

This item reviews Fractures: neck of femur; Neck of femur fracture is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Clavicle fracture

    Clavicle fracture is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

  • B. Scaphoid fracture

    Scaphoid fracture does not match the stated presentation.

  • C. Humeral shaft fracture

    Humeral shaft fracture is not supported by the defining findings.

  • D. Neck of femur fracture (correct)

    Correct. Neck of femur fracture directly fits the key features in the stem.

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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is D, Neck of femur fracture. This item reviews Fractures: neck of femur; Neck of femur fracture is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Clavicle fracture" not the answer?

Clavicle fracture is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

Why is "Scaphoid fracture" not the answer?

Scaphoid fracture does not match the stated presentation.

Why is "Humeral shaft fracture" not the answer?

Humeral shaft fracture is not supported by the defining findings.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Fractures: neck of femur in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Neck of femur fracture 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 Fractures: neck of femur?

Pair each fracture with its classic complication and nerve injured. Then use the flashcards and the other Orthopaedics 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.