Knee: 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 · Knee

Sample item

Locked knee after twisting injury suggests what?

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

The answer and the reasoning

C. Meniscal tear

This item reviews Knee; Meniscal tear is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Option by option

  • A. Carpal tunnel

    Carpal tunnel is plausible but not the best answer.

  • B. Hip fracture

    Hip fracture does not fit the stated presentation.

  • C. Meniscal tear (correct)

    Correct. Meniscal tear fits the defining pattern.

  • D. Cervical myelopathy

    Cervical myelopathy is unsupported by the key finding.

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 Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is C, Meniscal tear. This item reviews Knee; Meniscal tear is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Why is "Carpal tunnel" not the answer?

Carpal tunnel is plausible but not the best answer.

Why is "Hip fracture" not the answer?

Hip fracture does not fit the stated presentation.

Why is "Cervical myelopathy" not the answer?

Cervical myelopathy is unsupported by the key finding.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Knee in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Meniscal tear fits the defining pattern.

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 Knee?

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.