NEET-PG 2017 - Ophthalmology PYQs Practice Questions

Q: Identify the STD. (Recent Neet Pattern 2016-17)

Chlamydia. ***Chlamydia*** - The image exhibits **cervicitis** with a visible **purulent exudate** and **cervical edema**, which is highly characteristic of **Chlamydia trachomatis** infection. - Given that Chlamydia is often **asymptomatic** or presents with non-specific symptoms, direct visualization of such changes on the cervix is a key diagnostic indicator in symptomatic cases. *Gonorrhea* - While gonorrhea can also cause cervicitis with purulent discharge, the specific appearance in the image with more pronounced **edema** and somewhat **friable cervix** is more classically associated with Chlamydia in many clinical presentations. - Differentiation often requires **laboratory testing** (e.g., NAAT) as visual signs can overlap, but the depicted features lean more towards Chlamydia. *Syphilis* - Syphilis is typically characterized by **chancres** (painless ulcers) in its primary stage, or rashes and condylomata lata in secondary syphilis, none of which are seen in this image. - The image shows inflammation and discharge, not ulcerative lesions. *Chancroid* - Chancroid is characterized by **painful genital ulcers** with a characteristic soft base and often associated with **buboes** (swollen lymph nodes). - The findings in the image—cervical inflammation and discharge—do not align with the typical presentation of chancroid. [Practice more Ophthalmology PYQs on OnCourse]

Q: Identify the instrument:

Sponge-holding forceps. ***Sponge-holding forceps*** - This image clearly shows **sponge-holding forceps**, identifiable by their **long handles** and **fenestrated, serrated jaws** used for holding swabs or sponges during surgical procedures. - The jaws are designed to securely grip materials without crushing them, crucial for gentle tissue handling or applying antiseptics. *Ovum forceps* - **Ovum forceps** typically have **cup-shaped jaws** with or without teeth, specifically designed for removing placental fragments or uterine contents. - Their jaws are usually shorter and more rounded than those depicted. *Kocher forceps* - **Kocher forceps** are characterized by their **transverse serrations** and **1x2 teeth** at the tip, designed for strong and atraumatic grasping of tissue. - The jaws in the image are clearly fenestrated and do not have the characteristic teeth of Kocher forceps. *Allis forceps* - **Allis forceps** have **multiple fine teeth** at the tip that intermesh, providing a secure but potentially traumatic grip on tissue. - They are used for grasping and holding tissue that is to be removed, distinguishing them from the broader, fenestrated jaws shown. [Practice more Ophthalmology PYQs on OnCourse]

Q: The following alphabet of Snellen's chart will subtend an angle of how many minutes at nodal point of the eye?

5. ***Correct Option: 5 minutes*** - The **entire optotype (letter)** of a Snellen's chart subtends an angle of **5 minutes of arc** at the nodal point of the eye when viewed from the standard testing distance - This is the fundamental design principle of the Snellen chart for visual acuity testing - At 6 meters (20 feet), a letter on the 6/6 (20/20) line subtends 5 minutes of arc in total height and width - This standardization allows for consistent visual acuity measurement across different testing scenarios *Incorrect: 1 minute* - This is the angle subtended by **each component part** of the letter (e.g., the width of a stroke or gap between strokes) - Not the angle for the entire letter - Used to define the detail that must be resolved for normal vision *Incorrect: 3 minutes* - No standard optical principle supports this value - Not related to Snellen chart design parameters *Incorrect: 10 minutes* - This angle is too large for standard Snellen chart optotypes - Would indicate significantly reduced visual acuity requirements - Not consistent with 6/6 (20/20) vision standards [Practice more Ophthalmology PYQs on OnCourse]

Q: The chart shown in the image is:

Snellen's chart. ***Snellen's chart*** - The image displays a series of rows with **optotypes (letters)** that decrease in size, which is characteristic of a **Snellen chart**. - This chart is specifically used to measure **visual acuity** by determining the smallest row of letters a person can read at a specific distance. *Ishihara's chart* - **Ishihara charts** are used to test for **color blindness** and consist of plates with colored dots that form numbers or patterns, which are not depicted in the image. - The chart shown focuses on letter recognition and size differentiation, not color perception. *Farnsworth-Munsell hue test* - The **Farnsworth-Munsell hue test** is used for precise **color discrimination** and involves arranging caps of varying hues in a continuum. - This test is distinct from the letter-based visual acuity chart shown in the image. *Pelli-Robson chart* - The **Pelli-Robson chart** is used to measure **contrast sensitivity**, presenting letters of a constant size but decreasing contrast. - While it uses letters, the chart in the image has letters of decreasing size, indicating a visual acuity test rather than contrast sensitivity. [Practice more Ophthalmology PYQs on OnCourse]

Q: Identify the stain instilled in the eye in the following image:

Fluorescein stain. ***Fluorescein stain*** - The image shows a **green-yellow fluorescence** under cobalt blue light, which is characteristic of **fluorescein dye** pooling in areas of epithelial defect or healthy tear film. - Fluorescein is a commonly used diagnostic dye in ophthalmology to visualize **corneal abrasions**, ulcers, or contact lens-related issues as it stains damaged corneal epithelial cells. *Rose Bengal stain* - **Rose Bengal** stains devitalized epithelial cells and mucus a **red or purple color**, not green or yellow. - It is particularly useful for identifying **dry eye syndrome** and herpes simplex keratitis but would appear distinctly different from the image. *Lissamine green stain* - **Lissamine green** stains damaged or devitalized conjunctival and corneal cells a **blue-green color**, similar to Rose Bengal. - While it has a greenish hue, it typically does not fluoresce and produces a distinct staining pattern different from the bright, uniform green seen with fluorescein under blue light. *Rhodamine stain* - **Rhodamine** dyes, which are typically **red or pink fluorescent**, are not routinely used as a standard ophthalmic stain for general corneal evaluation. - Its spectral properties and clinical applications are distinct from the common diagnostic dyes used on the ocular surface. [Practice more Ophthalmology PYQs on OnCourse]

Question 1

Identify the STD. (Recent Neet Pattern 2016-17)

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia

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Gonorrhea

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Syphilis

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Chancroid

Question 2

Identify the instrument:

Accepted Answer

Sponge-holding forceps

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Ovum forceps

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Kocher forceps

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Allis forceps

Question 3

The following alphabet of Snellen's chart will subtend an angle of how many minutes at nodal point of the eye?

Accepted Answer

5

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1

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3

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10

Question 4

The chart shown in the image is:

Accepted Answer

Snellen's chart

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Ishihara's chart

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Farnsworth-Munsell hue test

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Pelli-Robson chart

Question 5

Identify the stain instilled in the eye in the following image:

Accepted Answer

Fluorescein stain

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Rose Bengal stain

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Lissamine green stain

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Rhodamine stain

Question 6

A patient from slum presents with grittiness in eyes. Everted eyelid shows: (Recent NEET Pattern 2016-17)

Accepted Answer

Trachoma

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Vernal conjunctivitis

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Eales disease

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Phlyctenular keratoconjunctivitis

Question 7

All are causes of the presentation shown below except:

Accepted Answer

Buphthalmos

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Marfan syndrome

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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

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High hypermetropia

Question 8

A 30-year-old school teacher presents with complaints of red eye with photophobia. Ocular findings are shown below. All are true about the condition shown except: (Recent NEET Pattern 2016-17)

Accepted Answer

Muddy iris

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Mutton-fat keratic precipitates

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Dalen-Fuchs nodules

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Aqueous flare

Question 9

The given FFA appearance occurs due to accumulation of dye in which of the following layers of retina?

Accepted Answer

Inner plexiform layer

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Outer plexiform layer

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Ganglion cell layer

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Outer nuclear layer

Question 10

A 75-year-old Englishman living in India presents to OPD with complaints of gradual onset painless, progressive blurring of central vision. He says he could earlier drive to the hospital by himself but is not able to do so now. Slit lamp examination is normal. Fundus examination is given below. What is the diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Age-related macular degeneration

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Central serous retinopathy

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Cystoid macular edema

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Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment

NEET-PG 2017 — Ophthalmology