Obviously, the decision to continue on to the summit while a rescue is going on is a personal one. There are a lot of factors, including high expectations from sponsors and media, the realization by a climber that a summit day might be a once in a lifetime opportunity, and the philosophy that a person at 8700 meters is ultimately only responsible for themselves. I understand all this. On the other hand, making the summit would be tainted for me if I achieved this at the cost of someones life. These are tough calls.
Nobody goes up high and plans on getting messed up.
It is easy to second guess when we are back down. Let's just say that at high altitude, there is little justice. If you can't handle the uncertainty, you shouldn't be there.