Nose and paranasal sinuses: olfactory testing: practice question

A ENT 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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ENT · Nose and paranasal sinuses: olfactory testing

Sample item

Which test uses scratch-and-sniff microencapsulated odorants to measure smell identification?

AUniversity of Pennsylvania Smell Identification TestBRomberg testCRinne testDSchirmer test

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The answer and the reasoning

A. University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test

The UPSIT presents 40 scratch-and-sniff items to be identified in a multiple-choice format, and the score classifies smell function from normal to anosmia. Sniffin' Sticks are a similar pen-based test. Both are used in research and clinical practice.

Option by option

A. University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test (correct)
Correct. It is a standardised smell identification test.
B. Romberg test
The Romberg test assesses proprioception and balance.
C. Rinne test
The Rinne test compares air and bone conduction.
D. Schirmer test
The Schirmer test measures tear production.

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Questions about this ENT question

What is the answer to this ENT question?

The best answer is A, University of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test. The UPSIT presents 40 scratch-and-sniff items to be identified in a multiple-choice format, and the score classifies smell function from normal to anosmia.

Why is "Romberg test" not the answer?

The Romberg test assesses proprioception and balance.

Why is "Rinne test" not the answer?

The Rinne test compares air and bone conduction.

Why is "Schirmer test" not the answer?

The Schirmer test measures tear production.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Nose and paranasal sinuses: olfactory testing in ENT. Sniffin' Sticks are a similar pen-based test. Both are used in research and clinical practice.

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 Nose and paranasal sinuses: olfactory testing?

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Is this a real NEET PG question?

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