Coast Guard Exams
Question 335Deck Safety70% to pass

While operating off the coast of Portugal, a seaman is injured. What indicator should be used in a message requesting medical advice from a Portuguese station?

AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) XXX RADIOMEDICAL. When requesting medical advice from a shore-based station while operating off the coast of a foreign country, the standard international indicator to use is "XXX RADIOMEDICAL". This indicator alerts the receiving station that the message contains a request for medical advice or assistance. The other options are not the internationally recognized indicators for this type of communication.

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