This column presents a problematic medical-surgical case that may pose a medical-ethical dilemma for patients, families, and healthcare professionals. As this case is based on a real medical situation, identifying features and facts have been altered to preserve anonymity and to conform with professional medical standards. In this case, the family members struggle to identify an ethical and God-honoring course of action following a terrible assault . . .
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