Max's Tragic Loss and the Motivation to Prevent Similar Incidents

The chapter discusses the personal tragedy of losing Ben's son, Max, to anaphylaxis and the development of the AMAX4 protocol to address anaphylaxis and asthma. The speakers reflect on the impact of Max's death and emphasize the importance of preparedness in emergency medicine. They also discuss the limitations of heuristic knowledge and the need for a standardized approach to emergency care.