Question 336Deck Safety70% to pass
While operating off Panama a seaman is injured. What indicator should be included in the preamble of a radio telegram requesting medical advice from a Panamanian station?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) DH MEDICO.
When requesting medical advice via radio from a foreign station, the preamble of the radio telegram should include the indicator "DH MEDICO". This is the standard indicator used internationally to indicate that the message is a request for medical advice.
The other options are incorrect because:
A) XXX is a general distress signal, not a specific indicator for a medical advice request.
C) MEDRAD is not a recognized indicator for this purpose.
D) RADIO MEDICAL is not the correct standard indicator used in this type of radio telegram.
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