MEPS Medical Examination Procedures 2

Question 1

During the MEPS audiometric test, what condition would result in a disqualifying hearing loss finding?

Accepted Answer

Average hearing threshold exceeding 40 dB in the better ear across speech frequencies

Answer

MEPS uses audiometric standards where an average threshold above 40 dB across speech frequencies (500, 1000, 2000 Hz) in the better ear is generally disqualifying.

Question 2

Which specialist conducts the actual physical examination at MEPS?

Accepted Answer

A MEPS medical officer (physician or PA)

Answer

MEPS medical officers, who are physicians or physician assistants, conduct the physical examination and make medical determinations.

Question 3

A recruit has a history of asthma with no symptoms or treatment after age 13. How is this typically handled at MEPS?

Accepted Answer

May be qualified if documented symptom-free and treatment-free since age 13

Answer

Per DoDI 6130.03, asthma or reactive airway disease after age 13 is disqualifying, but those with no symptoms or treatment after that age may be found qualified.

Question 4

What does the MEPS urinalysis screen primarily test for?

Accepted Answer

Illegal drugs including marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and PCP

Answer

The MEPS urinalysis is primarily a drug screening panel that tests for a standard panel of controlled substances.

Question 5

During the MEPS orthopedic examination, what specific movement is assessed to check for scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

The Adams forward bend test where the recruit bends forward at the waist

Answer

The Adams forward bend test causes spinal curvature to become visible as a rib hump if scoliosis is present.

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS Medical Examination Procedures 2