Rheumatology: 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 · Rheumatology

Sample item

What feature is more typical of rheumatoid arthritis than osteoarthritis?

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

The answer and the reasoning

B. Prolonged morning stiffness

The key Rheumatology principle supports Prolonged morning stiffness; this answer most directly accounts for the clinical finding, investigation, or initial management described.

Option by option

  • A. Single traumatic event

    Single traumatic event may apply in another setting but is not the best answer here.

  • B. Prolonged morning stiffness (correct)

    Correct. Prolonged morning stiffness is the best response to the defining feature given.

  • C. Pain relieved by rest only

    Pain relieved by rest only is not supported by the important rheumatology clue.

  • D. Bony enlargement only

    Bony enlargement only does not explain the condition or address the appropriate priority.

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 B, Prolonged morning stiffness. The key Rheumatology principle supports Prolonged morning stiffness; this answer most directly accounts for the clinical finding, investigation, or initial management described.

Why is "Single traumatic event" not the answer?

Single traumatic event may apply in another setting but is not the best answer here.

Why is "Pain relieved by rest only" not the answer?

Pain relieved by rest only is not supported by the important rheumatology clue.

Why is "Bony enlargement only" not the answer?

Bony enlargement only does not explain the condition or address the appropriate priority.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Rheumatology in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Prolonged morning stiffness is the best response to the defining feature given.

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 Rheumatology?

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.