Shoulder: 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

Sample item

What nerve is at risk in anterior shoulder dislocation?

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

The answer and the reasoning

A. Axillary nerve

This item reviews Shoulder; Axillary nerve is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Option by option

  • A. Axillary nerve (correct)

    Correct. Axillary nerve fits the defining pattern.

  • B. Ulnar nerve

    Ulnar nerve is unsupported by the key finding.

  • C. Tibial nerve

    Tibial nerve is plausible but not the best answer.

  • D. Optic nerve

    Optic nerve does not fit the stated presentation.

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 A, Axillary nerve. This item reviews Shoulder; Axillary nerve is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Why is "Ulnar nerve" not the answer?

Ulnar nerve is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Tibial nerve" not the answer?

Tibial nerve is plausible but not the best answer.

Why is "Optic nerve" not the answer?

Optic nerve does not fit the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Shoulder in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Axillary nerve 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 Shoulder?

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.