Communications Technology and Range

EDITORS’ NOTE - This chapter and the following one are lengthy and detailed. This is our intention, as we believe that most medical persons are unfamiliar with this important area. Aid personnel frequently depend for their lives and safety on their ability to communicate effectively.

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