Cardiology: 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 · Cardiology

Sample item

What is a continuous machinery murmur typical of?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

C. Patent ductus arteriosus

This item reviews Cardiology; Patent ductus arteriosus is the best answer because it directly fits the maternal or pediatric pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Tetralogy only

    Tetralogy only is not supported by the key finding.

  • B. ASD

    ASD is plausible but not the single best answer.

  • C. Patent ductus arteriosus (correct)

    Correct. Patent ductus arteriosus matches the defining feature.

  • D. VSD

    VSD does not fit the stated presentation.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this Pediatrics question?

The best answer is C, Patent ductus arteriosus. This item reviews Cardiology; Patent ductus arteriosus is the best answer because it directly fits the maternal or pediatric pattern described.

Why is "Tetralogy only" not the answer?

Tetralogy only is not supported by the key finding.

Why is "ASD" not the answer?

ASD is plausible but not the single best answer.

Why is "VSD" not the answer?

VSD does not fit the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Cardiology in Pediatrics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Patent ductus arteriosus matches the defining feature.

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 Cardiology?

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.