I've now read this post three times. Nowhere does it give the mechanism of injury, as Tom is a professional this is for reasons of confidentiality. Therefore, he is hoping that this is an alcohol related problem as this may mean that the patient's outcome might be better. This patient may well have been the innocent victim of a hit and run or an assault. We don't know. While I don't think that the errors made in WW1 should be forgotten, it was a long time ago and those who gave their lives did so with the best skills, knowledge and equipment that they had at the time. If you were to make a point about modern day warfare you would probably get (a bit) more support. You appear to have issues with people who drink; that's your opinion and you of course have the right to it. However, it doesn't mean that you can judge health care professionals who put their personal feelings aside and demonstrate a professional attitude in NOT judging the reason behind an injury, and treating ALL their patients with respect and with the same level of care. This post does not glamourise the role - it tells a sad tale of another working day. Perhaps you should reply to the people who have asked you questions to explain your viewpoint, and may I suggest that you structure the sentences and use grammar so that we understand the points you are making.