Psychosis: practice question

A Psychiatry 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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Psychiatry · Psychosis

Sample item

A fixed false belief held despite contrary evidence is called what?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Delusion

The defining Psychosis feature supports Delusion; this conclusion most directly matches the clinical presentation and the usual principle being assessed.

Option by option

  • A. Illusion

    Illusion does not fit the central psychosis clue.

  • B. Compulsion

    Compulsion is inconsistent with the priority or diagnosis described.

  • C. Obsession

    Obsession may be relevant in another setting but is not the best answer here.

  • D. Delusion (correct)

    Correct. Delusion is supported by the key finding in this scenario.

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What is the answer to this Psychiatry question?

The best answer is D, Delusion. The defining Psychosis feature supports Delusion; this conclusion most directly matches the clinical presentation and the usual principle being assessed.

Why is "Illusion" not the answer?

Illusion does not fit the central psychosis clue.

Why is "Compulsion" not the answer?

Compulsion is inconsistent with the priority or diagnosis described.

Why is "Obsession" not the answer?

Obsession may be relevant in another setting but is not the best answer here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Psychosis in Psychiatry. The correct option holds because: Correct. Delusion is supported by the key finding in this scenario.

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 Psychosis?

Learn each diagnosis by its core features and its first-line treatment. Then use the flashcards and the other Psychiatry 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.