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Orthopaedics · Shoulder injuries
Sample itemWhat is the most common direction of shoulder dislocation?
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The answer and the reasoning
C. Anterior
The key Shoulder injuries principle supports Anterior; this answer most directly accounts for the clinical finding, investigation, or initial management described.
Option by option
A. Inferior only
Inferior only does not explain the condition or address the appropriate priority.
B. Posterior
Posterior is not supported by the important shoulder injuries clue.
C. Anterior (correct)
Correct. Anterior is the best response to the defining feature given.
D. Superior
Superior may apply in another setting but is not the best answer here.
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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