So in this horrible situation, what looks like best practices?

Are there some reaction strategies that offer higher chances of survival? Should any be taught and practiced?

My ideas for punishment are bouncing through many ghastly fantasies, but I do not think there is any deterrence value in making this sick person a martyr.

This whole thing feels way above my pay grade.

Edit: I am thinking of buying a pistol, which I know is an irrational reaction to my frustration that there is nothing I can do about this nightmare.