This article explores the complexities and ethical considerations surrounding intensive care unit (ICU) admission for the purpose of organ donation. The authors discuss the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in providing holistic care to patients in these situations, as well as the need to balance respecting patients' autonomy with the measures necessary for organ donation. The article also highlights the importance of patient- and family-centered care, and the difficulties faced by families waiting for brain death to occur and the uncertainty that accompanies the process. The authors emphasize the need for public debate, transparency, and adherence to professional ethical standards in order to ensure the moral integrity and mental health of all individuals involved in organ donation. [Extracted from the article]