Podcast Beta
Questions and Answers
What AR covers medical readiness?
AR 40-502
What 6 elements does DOD mandate for IMR?
PHA, deployment limiting conditions, dental readiness, immunization status, medical readiness laboratory test, and individual medical equipment.
What is MRC (medical readiness classification) 1?
Soldiers are fully medically ready and deployable.
What is MRC 2?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a PULHES and what does it stand for?
Signup and view all the answers
What is MRC 3?
Signup and view all the answers
What DA form is used for a profile?
Signup and view all the answers
What DD form is a sick slip?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Medical Readiness Overview
- AR 40-502 governs medical readiness within military operations.
- Six elements mandated by DOD for Individual Medical Readiness (IMR):
- PHA (Periodic Health Assessment)
- Deployment limiting conditions
- Dental readiness
- Immunization status
- Medical readiness laboratory tests
- Individual medical equipment
Medical Readiness Classification (MRC)
- MRC 1: Soldiers are fully medically ready and deployable.
- MRC 2: Soldiers are partially medically ready and deployable.
- MRC 3: Soldiers are not medically ready or deployable; final decision lies with the commander.
Physical Profile System
- PULHES is a physical profile derived from the medical evaluation (PHA).
- Stands for:
- P: Pulmonary
- U: Upper extremities
- L: Lower extremities
- H: Hearing
- E: Eyes
- S: Psyche
- Stands for:
Documentation for Medical Readiness
- DA Form 3349 is utilized to document a soldier's profile.
- DD Form 689 serves as a sick slip, detailing duty limiting conditions.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge on AR 40-502 and medical readiness criteria with these flashcards. Learn about the Department of Defense mandates for Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) and the classifications of medical readiness for soldiers. This quiz will enhance your understanding of military medical policies.