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MINTRA CET includes short topic-based sets such as incident investigation, accommodation safety, anchoring operations and firefighting. Study an individual module, then review your mistakes in your account.

“MINTRA CET — Medicals and Medication” contains 4 questions across 1 collection.

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Which of the following statements are true?

Multiple correct answers

  • Seafarers may be asked to declare medication to the Master every time they join the ship.✓ Correct answer
  • Accident investigation reports have highlighted the side effects of medication as a contributing factor.✓ Correct answer
  • It is okay to take a half course of antibiotics.
  • It is the Master’s responsibility to bring along seafarers prescribed medication, such as pills and inhalers on board.
This is the correct order of actions that seafarers should perform in an emergency? 1. Assess the scene and any dangers; 2. Assess the casualty; 3. Raise the alarm; 4. Stabilise the casualty; 5. Clear up and log the incident afterwards.

One correct answer

  • Yes.✓ Correct answer
  • No.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) stipulate that all ships should have which of the following on board?

One correct answer

  • A medicine chest, medical equipment and a medical guide.✓ Correct answer
  • A medicine chest, all seafarers prescriptions, and a medical guide.
  • A medical professional, medicine chest, and a full medical centre.
Any illness or accident will have an immediate effect on the efficient running of the vessel.

One correct answer

  • True.✓ Correct answer
  • False.

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