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Young doctor faces moral dilemmas from "summary" of The Final Diagnosis by Arthur Hailey
Inexperienced at first, young Doctor Mark attended to a patient who was brought to the emergency room. The man was unconscious and in a critical condition, with severe injuries from a car accident. Mark realized that the man's chances of survival were slim, and he faced the difficult decision of whether to prioritize the patient's well-being or to follow the hospital's policy of treating those with better chances first. As Mark grappled with this moral dilemma, he was reminded of the oath he took as a doctor - to do no harm. However, in this situation, he found himself torn between saving a life and following protocol. The weight of responsibility bore down on him, as he knew that his decision could have life-altering consequences for the patient and himself. Despite feeling conflicted, Mark decided to go against the hospital's policy and prioritize the unconscious man's treatment. He believed that every life was valuable and deserved a fighting c...
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