Preeclampsia: practice question

A OBG 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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OBG · Preeclampsia

Sample item

Which symptom is severe-feature warning in preeclampsia?

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

The answer and the reasoning

A. Persistent headache

This item reviews Preeclampsia; Persistent headache is the best answer because it directly fits the obstetric or pediatric pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Persistent headache (correct)

    Correct. Persistent headache matches the defining feature.

  • B. Earwax

    Earwax is plausible but is not the best answer.

  • C. Myopia

    Myopia is unsupported by the key finding.

  • D. Mild acne

    Mild acne 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 OBG question?

The best answer is A, Persistent headache. This item reviews Preeclampsia; Persistent headache is the best answer because it directly fits the obstetric or pediatric pattern described.

Why is "Earwax" not the answer?

Earwax is plausible but is not the best answer.

Why is "Myopia" not the answer?

Myopia is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Mild acne" not the answer?

Mild acne does not fit the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Preeclampsia in OBG. The correct option holds because: Correct. Persistent headache matches the defining 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 Preeclampsia?

Learn management algorithms as steps: PPH, eclampsia, ectopic pregnancy. Then use the flashcards and the other OBG 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.