End-of-Life Decisions in Medical Care

Principles and Policies for Regulating the Dying Process

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Law, Medical Law & Legislation, Health & Well Being, Medical
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Author: Stephen W. Smith ISBN: 9781139234306
Publisher: Cambridge University Press Publication: February 23, 2012
Imprint: Cambridge University Press Language: English
Author: Stephen W. Smith
ISBN: 9781139234306
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication: February 23, 2012
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Language: English

Those involved in end-of-life decision making must take into account both legal and ethical issues. This book starts with a critical reflection of ethical principles including ideas such as moral status, the value of life, acts and omissions, harm, autonomy, dignity and paternalism. It then explores the practical difficulties of regulating end-of-life decisions, focusing on patients, healthcare professionals, the wider community and issues surrounding 'slippery slope' arguments. By evaluating the available empirical evidence, the author identifies preferred ways to regulate decisions and minimise abuses at the end of life, and outlines an ethical theory which can provide practical guidance for those engaged in end-of-life decisions.

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Those involved in end-of-life decision making must take into account both legal and ethical issues. This book starts with a critical reflection of ethical principles including ideas such as moral status, the value of life, acts and omissions, harm, autonomy, dignity and paternalism. It then explores the practical difficulties of regulating end-of-life decisions, focusing on patients, healthcare professionals, the wider community and issues surrounding 'slippery slope' arguments. By evaluating the available empirical evidence, the author identifies preferred ways to regulate decisions and minimise abuses at the end of life, and outlines an ethical theory which can provide practical guidance for those engaged in end-of-life decisions.

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