Gilda, thanks for giving us Grace's opinion on the matter to help supplement Analog's professional opinion. It helps to bring a little balance to this emotional discussion.
I don't think any of us can truly appreciate the EMT's side of things nor the victim and victim's family's side of things without firsthand experience.
For those so adamant about one last farewell, that may not even be possible given the conditions described. Plus the gruesome acts surrounding the deaths may not be the best scene for the families involved. I'm not so sure I would want my family to see me convulsing, vomiting, bleeding, and defecating all over myself nor would I want to see another go through the same thing. I'm sure it's not so nice and neat like in the movies.
But then again, maybe I would. The finality of it all makes it a tough decision.
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