Medical Examinations Flashcards
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Which body system is evaluated during the MEPS orthopedic examination?
Answer: Musculoskeletal system including joints and spine
The orthopedic exam at MEPS evaluates the musculoskeletal system, checking joints, spine, and range of motion for service-limiting conditions.
What is the minimum acceptable uncorrected distant visual acuity for most military branches at MEPS?
Answer: 20/400 correctable to 20/20
Most branches accept uncorrected vision as poor as 20/400 as long as it is correctable to 20/20 with lenses.
A recruit at MEPS is found to have a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg. What typically happens next?
Answer: A second reading is taken after rest
An elevated blood pressure reading at MEPS prompts a second measurement after a rest period before any disqualification decision is made.
Which condition related to the skin would most likely result in a MEPS disqualification?
Answer: Extensive psoriasis requiring systemic treatment
Extensive psoriasis requiring systemic treatment can be disqualifying because it may interfere with duty performance and require ongoing medical support.
During the MEPS audiometric test, a recruit cannot hear certain frequencies in one ear. What standard is applied?
Answer: Pure tone average thresholds at specific frequencies must meet branch standards
MEPS uses pure tone audiometry with defined threshold standards at key frequencies; failing these thresholds can be disqualifying depending on severity.
What does a PULHES profile of '111111' indicate about a military applicant?
Answer: The applicant meets the highest physical fitness standard with no limitations
A PULHES score of '111111' means the applicant has a perfect physical profile with no limitations in any of the six evaluated categories.
Why are recruits instructed to bring a list of all medications to their MEPS medical examination?
Answer: So examiners can assess conditions being treated and potential serviceability issues
Medication lists help MEPS physicians understand underlying conditions, evaluate treatment dependencies, and determine overall medical fitness for service.