Question 337Deck Safety70% to pass
While operating off the coast of Greece, a seaman is injured. What indicator should be in the preamble of a radio telegram asking for medical advice from a Greek station?
AI Explanation
A) RADIO MEDICAL is the correct answer.
The preamble "RADIO MEDICAL" indicates that the message is a request for medical advice or assistance, which is the appropriate indicator to use when seeking medical guidance from a station while operating in Greek waters. This is the standard protocol for requesting remote medical consultation for an injured seaman.
The other options are incorrect because:
B) "DH MEDICO" is not a recognized preamble for this type of request.
C) "MAYDAY" indicates a life-threatening emergency, which is not the appropriate signal here.
D) "MEDICO ELLAS" is not a standard preamble, and the use of the Greek word "Ellas" is unnecessary.
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