MEPS Medical Examination Process 5

Question 1

What is the purpose of the electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) sometimes performed at MEPS?

Accepted Answer

It detects cardiac abnormalities that could pose risk during military service

Answer

An EKG is ordered when the physician suspects cardiac abnormalities; it is not a universal requirement for all applicants.

Question 2

How is the MEPS medical examination record typically transmitted to the recruit's gaining military branch?

Accepted Answer

It is transmitted electronically through the USMEPCOM system

Answer

MEPS uses the USMEPCOM (United States Military Entrance Processing Command) electronic system to transmit records to the branches.

Question 3

A recruit has a history of asthma diagnosed after age 13. Under DoDI 6130.03, this is generally considered:

Accepted Answer

Potentially disqualifying and may require pulmonary function testing or a waiver

Answer

Asthma diagnosed after age 13 is a potentially disqualifying condition; pulmonary function tests and possible waivers determine final eligibility.

Question 4

What type of immunizations may be administered or verified at MEPS or shortly after enlistment?

Accepted Answer

Immunization records are reviewed and missing vaccines are documented for later administration

Answer

MEPS reviews immunization records; required vaccines are typically administered upon arrival at the recruit training command, not at MEPS itself.

Question 5

Under which condition might a MEPS physician grant a same-day medical clearance rather than requesting additional records?

Accepted Answer

When a minor, clearly resolved condition is well-documented in records already presented

Answer

If the recruit brings complete documentation showing a condition is minor and fully resolved, the physician may clear the recruit on the same visit.

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test