Spine: 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 · Spine

Sample item

Night pain with systemic symptoms raises concern for what?

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

The answer and the reasoning

A. Spinal malignancy or infection

This item reviews Spine; Spinal malignancy or infection is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Option by option

  • A. Spinal malignancy or infection (correct)

    Correct. Spinal malignancy or infection fits the defining pattern.

  • B. Bunion

    Bunion is unsupported by the key finding.

  • C. Simple strain only

    Simple strain only does not fit the stated presentation.

  • D. Tennis elbow

    Tennis elbow is plausible but 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 Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is A, Spinal malignancy or infection. This item reviews Spine; Spinal malignancy or infection is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Why is "Bunion" not the answer?

Bunion is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Simple strain only" not the answer?

Simple strain only does not fit the stated presentation.

Why is "Tennis elbow" not the answer?

Tennis elbow is plausible but not the best answer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Spine in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Spinal malignancy or infection 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 Spine?

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.