Hematology: practice question

A Pediatrics 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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Pediatrics · Hematology

Sample item

What presentation is common in iron deficiency anemia?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Pallor and fatigue

Iron deficiency reduces hemoglobin production and can cause pallor, fatigue, irritability, reduced exercise tolerance, and developmental effects when prolonged.

Option by option

  • A. Pallor and fatigue (correct)

    Correct: pallor and fatigue are common iron-deficiency manifestations.

  • B. Hearing hallucinations

    Hearing hallucinations are not typical of iron deficiency.

  • C. Severe constipation only

    Constipation alone does not identify iron deficiency anemia.

  • D. Acute red eye

    Red eye is not a usual anemia symptom.

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What is the answer to this Pediatrics question?

The best answer is A, Pallor and fatigue. Iron deficiency reduces hemoglobin production and can cause pallor, fatigue, irritability, reduced exercise tolerance, and developmental effects when prolonged.

Why is "Hearing hallucinations" not the answer?

Hearing hallucinations are not typical of iron deficiency.

Why is "Severe constipation only" not the answer?

Constipation alone does not identify iron deficiency anemia.

Why is "Acute red eye" not the answer?

Red eye is not a usual anemia symptom.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Hematology in Pediatrics. The correct option holds because: Correct: pallor and fatigue are common iron-deficiency manifestations.

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 Hematology?

Memorise milestones and the vaccine schedule as tables and revise them often. Then use the flashcards and the other Pediatrics 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.