Hematology: practice question

A Pediatrics 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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Pediatrics · Hematology

Sample item

What can trigger sickle crisis?

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

The answer and the reasoning

D. Dehydration

This item reviews Hematology; Dehydration is the best answer because it directly fits the obstetric or pediatric pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Earwax

    Earwax is unsupported by the key finding.

  • B. Cataract

    Cataract is plausible but is not the best answer.

  • C. Fluoride

    Fluoride does not fit the stated presentation.

  • D. Dehydration (correct)

    Correct. Dehydration matches the defining feature.

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 Pediatrics question?

The best answer is D, Dehydration. This item reviews Hematology; Dehydration is the best answer because it directly fits the obstetric or pediatric pattern described.

Why is "Earwax" not the answer?

Earwax is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Cataract" not the answer?

Cataract is plausible but is not the best answer.

Why is "Fluoride" not the answer?

Fluoride does not fit the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Hematology in Pediatrics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Dehydration 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 Hematology?

Memorise milestones and the vaccine schedule as tables and revise them often. Then use the flashcards and the other Pediatrics 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.