Photodermatoses: practice question

A Dermatology 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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Dermatology · Photodermatoses

Sample item

Which advice most effectively reduces ultraviolet-related skin cancer risk?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Regular broad-spectrum sun protection and avoidance of intense exposure

Reducing ultraviolet exposure through shade, protective clothing, and broad-spectrum sunscreen lowers cumulative photodamage and skin-cancer risk.

Option by option

  • A. Regular broad-spectrum sun protection and avoidance of intense exposure (correct)

    Correct: cumulative UV reduction is the central prevention strategy.

  • B. Use tanning beds to build protective skin

    Tanning beds deliver carcinogenic ultraviolet radiation.

  • C. Apply perfume instead of sunscreen

    Perfume does not provide photoprotection.

  • D. Seek midday sun after peeling

    Peeling skin is especially vulnerable to further UV injury.

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What is the answer to this Dermatology question?

The best answer is A, Regular broad-spectrum sun protection and avoidance of intense exposure. Reducing ultraviolet exposure through shade, protective clothing, and broad-spectrum sunscreen lowers cumulative photodamage and skin-cancer risk.

Why is "Use tanning beds to build protective skin" not the answer?

Tanning beds deliver carcinogenic ultraviolet radiation.

Why is "Apply perfume instead of sunscreen" not the answer?

Perfume does not provide photoprotection.

Why is "Seek midday sun after peeling" not the answer?

Peeling skin is especially vulnerable to further UV injury.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Photodermatoses in Dermatology. The correct option holds because: Correct: cumulative UV reduction is the central prevention strategy.

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 Photodermatoses?

Learn each condition by its primary lesion, site and signature sign. Then use the flashcards and the other Dermatology 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.