Perioperative orthopaedics: 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 · Perioperative orthopaedics

Sample item

What is a key purpose of early mobilization after many orthopedic operations when clinically safe?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Reduce complications such as venous thromboembolism and stiffness

Appropriate early mobilization improves function and can reduce risks such as stiffness, deconditioning, and venous thromboembolism.

Option by option

  • A. Replace all rehabilitation planning

    Rehabilitation needs an individualized broader plan.

  • B. Eliminate need for pain control

    Pain management remains important for participation.

  • C. Guarantee fracture union within one day

    Bone healing still follows its biological timeline.

  • D. Reduce complications such as venous thromboembolism and stiffness (correct)

    Correct: safe movement prevents several postoperative complications.

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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is D, Reduce complications such as venous thromboembolism and stiffness. Appropriate early mobilization improves function and can reduce risks such as stiffness, deconditioning, and venous thromboembolism.

Why is "Replace all rehabilitation planning" not the answer?

Rehabilitation needs an individualized broader plan.

Why is "Eliminate need for pain control" not the answer?

Pain management remains important for participation.

Why is "Guarantee fracture union within one day" not the answer?

Bone healing still follows its biological timeline.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Perioperative orthopaedics in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct: safe movement prevents several postoperative complications.

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 Perioperative orthopaedics?

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.