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A guest on board reports symptoms consistent with a serious allergic reaction shortly after a meal, and there is no doctor on board. What should the Master's response include?
A. Telemedicine services cannot be used for guests, only crew
B. Wait to see if symptoms resolve on their own before doing anything
C. Only act if the guest specifically requests medical help
D. Initiate the medical emergency response (administer first aid/any prescribed treatment such as an EpiPen if available and trained to do so, use telemedicine/Radio Medical Advice services for guidance), assess whether to divert to the nearest port with medical facilities or request medical evacuation, and keep clear records of symptoms, timings and actions taken
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A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs
B. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift
C. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin
D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening
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A. Only the weather forecast for the next watch
B. The lunch schedule for the deck team
C. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place
D. The cargo manifest for the next port
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