Stories from the lives of doctors and patients, written by a practicing anesthesiologist and resuscitator, are based on real events. Seven unusual situations in which the heroes of this book found themselves. What should a doctor do when he finds out exactly how a little boy was poisoned by alcohol?.. What should a team of surgeons do when they want to kill their patient right on the operating table?.. What choice should a resuscitator make when the father of a suicidal man asks him to help his daughter die? .. Should I take on the role of judge and arbiter of destinies - or do only my immediate work?