Question

Please help me to create a priority list for the heart transplant for the following four potential organ recipients and explain your decision
1. A 72 year old woman, whose family depend on her help
2. A 32 year old man, who is currently in prison for violent crimes
3. A 43 year old single woman, who is known to be very wealthy
4. An 18 year old man, who has an admitted severe drug problem, contributing to his poor health

Answer 1

Information in these sites may help you:

http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/transplant/Programs/heart/transplantjourney.html

http://www.montefiore.org/services/coe/heart/cardiothoracic/surgical-services/heart-tranplant/

http://www.temple.edu/heartfailure/html/waiting.html