MEPS Medical Examinations 5

Question 1

What is the significance of the 'S' category in the PULHES profile?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatric and mental health evaluation

Answer

The 'S' in PULHES stands for Psychiatric, reflecting the mental health evaluation component of the overall physical profile.

Question 2

Which lower extremity finding would most likely be flagged during the MEPS orthopedic examination?

Accepted Answer

Pes planus (flat feet) causing chronic pain and gait abnormality

Answer

Symptomatic flat feet causing chronic pain and gait abnormality can be disqualifying because they may impair performance of required military duties.

Question 3

During the MEPS abdominal examination, which finding would be most concerning to the examining physician?

Accepted Answer

A large inguinal hernia not yet surgically repaired

Answer

A large unreduced inguinal hernia is disqualifying because it poses a risk of strangulation under physical exertion typical in military service.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the MEPS HIV test administered during the blood draw?

Accepted Answer

To screen all applicants as a mandatory military enlistment standard

Answer

HIV testing is mandatory at MEPS for all applicants as part of the DoD medical standards, and a positive result is disqualifying for military service.

Question 5

A recruit arrives at MEPS with a documented history of knee surgery two years ago and full recovery. What is the most likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

Review of surgical records and functional assessment; may qualify with or without waiver

Answer

Prior knee surgery requires documentation of the procedure and recovery; full functional recovery often allows qualification, especially with supporting medical records.

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS Medical Examinations 5