End-of-Life Decisions in Medical Care
Stephen W. Smith
ISBN: | 9781139234306 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
Published: | 23 February, 2012 |
Format: | eBook |
End-of-Life Decisions in Medical Care
Stephen W. Smith
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 th
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