Pediatrics: practice question

A Ophthalmology 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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Ophthalmology · Pediatrics

Sample item

Tearing infant with quiet conjunctiva suggests what?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

C. Nasolacrimal duct obstruction

This item reviews Pediatrics; Nasolacrimal duct obstruction is the best answer because it directly fits the described ENT or eye pattern.

Option by option

  • A. Glaucoma only

    Glaucoma only does not fit the clinical pattern.

  • B. Uveitis

    Uveitis is unsupported by the key findings.

  • C. Nasolacrimal duct obstruction (correct)

    Correct. Nasolacrimal duct obstruction matches the defining feature.

  • D. Retinoblastoma

    Retinoblastoma is plausible but is not the best answer.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this Ophthalmology question?

The best answer is C, Nasolacrimal duct obstruction. This item reviews Pediatrics; Nasolacrimal duct obstruction is the best answer because it directly fits the described ENT or eye pattern.

Why is "Glaucoma only" not the answer?

Glaucoma only does not fit the clinical pattern.

Why is "Uveitis" not the answer?

Uveitis is unsupported by the key findings.

Why is "Retinoblastoma" not the answer?

Retinoblastoma is plausible but is not the best answer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Pediatrics in Ophthalmology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Nasolacrimal duct obstruction matches the defining feature.

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 Pediatrics?

Group the red eye by what to examine and what the pupil does. Then use the flashcards and the other Ophthalmology 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.