Shoulder: dislocation: 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 · Shoulder: dislocation

Sample item

What is the commonest direction of shoulder dislocation?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Anterior

This item reviews Shoulder: dislocation; Anterior is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Posterior

    Posterior does not match the stated presentation.

  • B. Anterior (correct)

    Correct. Anterior directly fits the key features in the stem.

  • C. Medial

    Medial is not supported by the defining findings.

  • D. Inferior only

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

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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is B, Anterior. This item reviews Shoulder: dislocation; Anterior is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Posterior" not the answer?

Posterior does not match the stated presentation.

Why is "Medial" not the answer?

Medial is not supported by the defining findings.

Why is "Inferior only" not the answer?

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

What concept does this question test?

It tests Shoulder: dislocation in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Anterior 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 Shoulder: dislocation?

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.