Neurology: practice question

A General Medicine 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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General Medicine · Neurology

Sample item

What should be considered in sudden severe 'worst-ever' headache?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage

The key Neurology principle supports Subarachnoid hemorrhage; this option most directly explains the clinical pattern, diagnostic priority, or initial management principle given in the stem.

Option by option

  • A. Gingivitis

    Gingivitis has a different clinical context and is not the best answer here.

  • B. Simple eczema

    Simple eczema does not match the stated neurology feature.

  • C. Otitis externa

    Otitis externa does not address the diagnosis or priority described.

  • D. Subarachnoid hemorrhage (correct)

    Correct. Subarachnoid hemorrhage is directly supported by the key information.

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What is the answer to this General Medicine question?

The best answer is D, Subarachnoid hemorrhage. The key Neurology principle supports Subarachnoid hemorrhage; this option most directly explains the clinical pattern, diagnostic priority, or initial management principle given in the stem.

Why is "Gingivitis" not the answer?

Gingivitis has a different clinical context and is not the best answer here.

Why is "Simple eczema" not the answer?

Simple eczema does not match the stated neurology feature.

Why is "Otitis externa" not the answer?

Otitis externa does not address the diagnosis or priority described.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Neurology in General Medicine. The correct option holds because: Correct. Subarachnoid hemorrhage is directly supported by the key information.

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 Neurology?

For each disease know the classic presentation, the best test, and the first-line treatment. Then use the flashcards and the other General Medicine 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.