DA-FND-108:   
Jonathan Shah

Looking Beyond Today

Jonathan Shah wants to honor his father's wishes but fears projecting his own beliefs onto someone who never discussed organ donation. Calm and thoughtful, he is burdened by the responsibility of making a decision without clear guidance. The advocate must support careful reflection and help Jonathan connect the decision to his father's character rather than external expectations or pressure.

Through the challenges of integrity and uncertainty about donor wishes, the primary learning objectives are to:

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Using Inspiration to explore values without supplying meaning too quickly
  • Helping a family member reflect on the donor's character when no explicit donation wishes are known
  • Distinguishing uncertainty from resistance
  • Using organized, thoughtful questions that support reflection rather than persuasion
  • Honoring a decision-maker's desire for accuracy and integrity
Program

Donation Advocate

Target Audience

Donation Advocates

Scenario Type

Family Member

Clinical Context

Brain Death

Registry Status

Non-Registered

Difficulty

3

Experience Level

Intermediate

Emotional Intensity

Moderate

Conversation Style

Values-Based Reflection

Essential
Sim
Elements

Meet the simulation speaker

Jonathan Shah

Family member, Son
Jonathan wants to avoid guessing or substituting his own beliefs for his father's unknown wishes.