Head and neck: practice question

A ENT 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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ENT · Head and neck

Sample item

What clinical finding raises concern in a persistent cervical lymph node?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Hard fixed node

The defining Head and neck relationship supports Hard fixed node; it is the option that directly accounts for the examination finding or clinical priority in this sample.

Option by option

  • A. Hard fixed node (correct)

    Correct. Hard fixed node directly fits the key clue in the scenario.

  • B. Tender node during cold

    Tender node during cold does not explain the stated head and neck feature.

  • C. Small mobile node after infection

    Small mobile node after infection can be relevant elsewhere but is not the best conclusion here.

  • D. Brief swelling after shaving

    Brief swelling after shaving is unsupported by the symptom pattern or examination result.

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 ENT question?

The best answer is A, Hard fixed node. The defining Head and neck relationship supports Hard fixed node; it is the option that directly accounts for the examination finding or clinical priority in this sample.

Why is "Tender node during cold" not the answer?

Tender node during cold does not explain the stated head and neck feature.

Why is "Small mobile node after infection" not the answer?

Small mobile node after infection can be relevant elsewhere but is not the best conclusion here.

Why is "Brief swelling after shaving" not the answer?

Brief swelling after shaving is unsupported by the symptom pattern or examination result.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Head and neck in ENT. The correct option holds because: Correct. Hard fixed node directly fits the key clue in the scenario.

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 Head and neck?

Learn tuning fork results and audiogram patterns by sketching them. Then use the flashcards and the other ENT 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.