Visual fields: practice question

A Ophthalmology 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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Ophthalmology · Visual fields

Sample item

Bitemporal loss suggests lesion where?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Optic chiasm

This item reviews Visual fields; Optic chiasm is the best answer because it directly matches the ENT or ophthalmology pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Optic chiasm (correct)

    Correct. Optic chiasm fits the defining clinical feature.

  • B. Retina only

    Retina only is plausible but not the best answer.

  • C. Lacrimal gland

    Lacrimal gland is unsupported by the key finding.

  • D. Optic nerve

    Optic nerve 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 Ophthalmology question?

The best answer is A, Optic chiasm. This item reviews Visual fields; Optic chiasm is the best answer because it directly matches the ENT or ophthalmology pattern described.

Why is "Retina only" not the answer?

Retina only is plausible but not the best answer.

Why is "Lacrimal gland" not the answer?

Lacrimal gland is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Optic nerve" not the answer?

Optic nerve does not fit the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Visual fields in Ophthalmology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Optic chiasm fits the defining clinical 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 Visual fields?

Group the red eye by what to examine and what the pupil does. Then use the flashcards and the other Ophthalmology 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.