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

What is a red flag for cauda equina?

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

The answer and the reasoning

D. Saddle anesthesia

This item reviews Spine; Saddle anesthesia is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Ear pain

    Ear pain is plausible but is not the best answer.

  • B. Tennis elbow

    Tennis elbow does not fit the stated presentation.

  • C. Photophobia

    Photophobia is unsupported by the key finding.

  • D. Saddle anesthesia (correct)

    Correct. Saddle anesthesia fits 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 Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is D, Saddle anesthesia. This item reviews Spine; Saddle anesthesia is the best answer because it directly matches the orthopedic or dermatologic pattern described.

Why is "Ear pain" not the answer?

Ear pain is plausible but is not the best answer.

Why is "Tennis elbow" not the answer?

Tennis elbow does not fit the stated presentation.

Why is "Photophobia" not the answer?

Photophobia is unsupported by the key finding.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Spine in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Saddle anesthesia fits 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 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.