Glaucoma: practice question

A Ophthalmology 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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Ophthalmology · Glaucoma

Sample item

Gradual peripheral field loss and cupping suggest what?

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

The answer and the reasoning

B. Open-angle glaucoma

This item reviews Glaucoma; Open-angle glaucoma is the best answer because it directly matches the ENT or ophthalmology pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Conjunctivitis

    Conjunctivitis does not fit the stated presentation.

  • B. Open-angle glaucoma (correct)

    Correct. Open-angle glaucoma fits the defining clinical feature.

  • C. Uveitis

    Uveitis is unsupported by the key finding.

  • D. Cataract only

    Cataract only 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 Ophthalmology question?

The best answer is B, Open-angle glaucoma. This item reviews Glaucoma; Open-angle glaucoma is the best answer because it directly matches the ENT or ophthalmology pattern described.

Why is "Conjunctivitis" not the answer?

Conjunctivitis does not fit the stated presentation.

Why is "Uveitis" not the answer?

Uveitis is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Cataract only" not the answer?

Cataract only is plausible but not the best answer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Glaucoma in Ophthalmology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Open-angle glaucoma fits the defining clinical feature.

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 Glaucoma?

Group the red eye by what to examine and what the pupil does. Then use the flashcards and the other Ophthalmology 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.