Fracture healing: 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 · Fracture healing

Sample item

Union in poor alignment is what?

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

The answer and the reasoning

B. Malunion

This item reviews Fracture healing; Malunion is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Option by option

  • A. Compartment syndrome

    Compartment syndrome is unsupported by the key finding.

  • B. Malunion (correct)

    Correct. Malunion fits the defining pattern.

  • C. Nonunion

    Nonunion does not fit the stated presentation.

  • D. Delayed union

    Delayed union 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 B, Malunion. This item reviews Fracture healing; Malunion is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic finding described.

Why is "Compartment syndrome" not the answer?

Compartment syndrome is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Nonunion" not the answer?

Nonunion does not fit the stated presentation.

Why is "Delayed union" not the answer?

Delayed union is plausible but not the best answer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Fracture healing in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Malunion 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 Fracture healing?

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.