Crystal arthritis: 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 · Crystal arthritis

Sample item

What is a typical joint affected in an acute gout attack?

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

The answer and the reasoning

B. First metatarsophalangeal joint

The relevant Crystal arthritis principle supports First metatarsophalangeal joint; it is the option that best explains the mechanism, physical finding, investigation, or safe management priority in the question.

Option by option

  • A. Cervical spine only

    Cervical spine only is not supported by the clinical description or management aim.

  • B. First metatarsophalangeal joint (correct)

    Correct. First metatarsophalangeal joint directly addresses the essential clue in this sample.

  • C. Temporomandibular joint

    Temporomandibular joint does not correspond to the stated crystal arthritis finding.

  • D. Shoulder only

    Shoulder only may apply to a different condition but is not the best response 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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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is B, First metatarsophalangeal joint. The relevant Crystal arthritis principle supports First metatarsophalangeal joint; it is the option that best explains the mechanism, physical finding, investigation, or safe management priority in the question.

Why is "Cervical spine only" not the answer?

Cervical spine only is not supported by the clinical description or management aim.

Why is "Temporomandibular joint" not the answer?

Temporomandibular joint does not correspond to the stated crystal arthritis finding.

Why is "Shoulder only" not the answer?

Shoulder only may apply to a different condition but is not the best response here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Crystal arthritis in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. First metatarsophalangeal joint directly addresses the essential clue in this sample.

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 Crystal arthritis?

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.