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Perhaps the passenger was

Perhaps the passenger was ill and perhpas too ill to fly. However, in the recurrent training of flight attendants it is manadatory for them to check the safety equipment onboard. That the AED failed to restore a sinus rhythm should have been impetus enough to redirect the flight to the closest airport. Placing a body in an aisle in first class is a clear violation of FAA protocol as in the even there were a subsequent emergency passengers wouldn't be able to access the fore doors. Unfortunately, flight attendants are not medical personnel, but just hearing that the woman was diabetic and being dismissive is indicative of the single mindedness that is epedemic in an apothetic workforce. The flight attendant should have assessed the situation and then immediately administered care. Merely asking questions could have increased her chances of administering the correct care. I am keenly aware that the passenger's contract was to provide transport for her and her luggage from location A to location B-- and they are responsible for causing no harm-- however-- I do believe in this instance that the passenger could have been treated with dignity and concern. It is apparent that no heroic efforts were taken by the airline, the passengers stepped in to attempt to administer care with limited resources. It is an unfortunate death, but the circumstances in which it was handled were much more unfortunate. As a frequent flyer American in my opinion exemplifies apathetic treatment of passengers and its employees understandably are frustrated with the company--however-- taking it out on passengers is unwarranted. I choose other carriers when at all possible. I am sorry for the family's loss of their loved one-- and only hope that perhaps, American and it's fellow air carriers will look at how emergency protocols are administered and make necessary adjustments to treat passengers with dignity and respect if they are in sickness or in health.

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