Upper-limb trauma: 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 · Upper-limb trauma

Sample item

Which finding after an elbow fracture should raise immediate concern for compartment syndrome?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Pain increasing despite analgesia and passive stretch

Severe escalating pain, particularly with passive stretch, is an early warning sign of compartment syndrome requiring urgent assessment.

Option by option

  • A. Bruising that is not tender

    Simple nontender bruising is not the classic early pattern.

  • B. Pain increasing despite analgesia and passive stretch (correct)

    Correct: disproportionate stretch pain is a key warning sign.

  • C. A painless full range of motion

    Normal painless movement argues against acute compartment syndrome.

  • D. A warm hand with normal sensation

    Normal warmth and sensation are reassuring but still require context.

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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is B, Pain increasing despite analgesia and passive stretch. Severe escalating pain, particularly with passive stretch, is an early warning sign of compartment syndrome requiring urgent assessment.

Why is "Bruising that is not tender" not the answer?

Simple nontender bruising is not the classic early pattern.

Why is "A painless full range of motion" not the answer?

Normal painless movement argues against acute compartment syndrome.

Why is "A warm hand with normal sensation" not the answer?

Normal warmth and sensation are reassuring but still require context.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Upper-limb trauma in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct: disproportionate stretch pain is a key warning sign.

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 Upper-limb trauma?

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.