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“Could we please not assault the patient with the crushed spinal cord,” she said as she did, “because this makes me very uncomfortable.” quote by James S.A. Corey
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““Could we please not assault the patient with the crushed spinal cord,” she said as she did, “because this makes me very uncomfortable.””

James S.A. Corey

About This Quote

Source Book: The Expanse series, 2011‑2021

A speaker requests gentler treatment for a patient, expressing personal discomfort with harsh medical procedures.

In simple terms: Ask for kinder care because it feels wrong.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for compassionate practice.

Themes

ethics medicine compassion

Mood

concerned thoughtful

Type

ethical clinical

When to use this quote

  • hospital
  • clinical training
  • policy discussion

Key Concepts

patient care professional boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance patient comfort with medical efficacy?
  • When should personal discomfort influence professional decisions?
A Different Perspective

Comfort may conflict with clinical necessity.

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