Stranded Patient Needs Evacuation
You're trapped on a malfunctioning ferry between Greek islands with a critically ill Turkish passenger experiencing severe cardiac symptoms. As the only person who can translate between Turkish, Greek, and English, you must convince an extremely cautious Coast Guard captain to attempt a dangerous helicopter evacuation during a growing storm. Time is running out, and the patient's condition is deteriorating.
Challenges
0
Survivors
0
Popularity
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Difficulty
B1-B2
Scenario Overview
Your Role
Medical Translator / Cultural Mediator
Conversation Partner
Captain Nikolaos Stavros
Setting
Dark ferry bridge with failing emergency lights, rain lashing against windows, communication equipment crackling with static
Location
Disabled Ferry in Aegean Sea, 28 nautical miles from nearest port
Learning Objectives
Communicate precise medical symptoms and vitals in proper terminology
Negotiate weather safety protocols and landing zone preparation
Demonstrate understanding of maritime rescue procedures and regulations
About This Scenario
You're trapped on a malfunctioning ferry between Greek islands with a critically ill Turkish passenger experiencing severe cardiac symptoms. As the only person who can translate between Turkish, Greek, and English, you must convince an extremely cautious Coast Guard captain to attempt a dangerous helicopter evacuation during a growing storm. Time is running out, and the patient's condition is deteriorating.
How It Starts
“*Static crackles* This is Captain Stavros. Weather conditions make evacuation extremely dangerous. Unless you can give me a compelling reason to risk my crew's lives, I suggest you maintain course to port. Over.”
This is how Captain Nikolaos Stavros's greeting will start.
Practice Details
Scenario ID
#544
Category
General
Location Tag
Disabled Ferry in Aegean Sea, 28 nautical miles from nearest port
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