Base your initial post on the paragraph below, your readings and research on this topic.
Renal transplant surgery is the oldest and most successful type of organ transplant yet the United Network for Organ sharing (UNOS) reports there are insufficient number of available organs to meet the growing needs of individuals who require this surgical procedure. The source of a kidney for transplantation may be from a living or deceased donor.
After reflecting on the above paragraph, discuss the following points (minimum of 250 words):
What is the professional nurse's role in organ donation?
Are there ethical considerations associated with living donors? Explain.
Should donors or their families be financially compensated for their donation? Why or why not?