Shock: practice question

A Pathology 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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Pathology · Shock

Sample item

Which shock follows acute MI with pump failure?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Cardiogenic shock

This item reviews Shock; Cardiogenic shock is the best answer because it directly matches the biochemical or pathological mechanism described.

Option by option

  • A. Septic shock

    Septic shock does not fit the stated pattern.

  • B. Cardiogenic shock (correct)

    Correct. Cardiogenic shock fits the defining mechanism.

  • C. Hypovolemic shock

    Hypovolemic shock is plausible but not the best answer.

  • D. Neurogenic only

    Neurogenic only is unsupported by the key feature.

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 Pathology question?

The best answer is B, Cardiogenic shock. This item reviews Shock; Cardiogenic shock is the best answer because it directly matches the biochemical or pathological mechanism described.

Why is "Septic shock" not the answer?

Septic shock does not fit the stated pattern.

Why is "Hypovolemic shock" not the answer?

Hypovolemic shock is plausible but not the best answer.

Why is "Neurogenic only" not the answer?

Neurogenic only is unsupported by the key feature.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Shock in Pathology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Cardiogenic shock fits the defining mechanism.

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 Shock?

Learn each disease as a bundle: cause, key histology, markers, and the clinical hallmark. Then use the flashcards and the other Pathology 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.