The ethical issue surrounding the Terri Schiavo case was whether or not Terri was:
A) in a persistent vegetative state or a minimally conscious state
B) able to make current medical decisions for herself
C) more dependent on her parents or her husband
D) able to vocalize her choices

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The ethical issue in the Terri Schiavo case was primarily about whether or not she was in a persistent vegetative state, which would indicate that medical intervention was keeping her body alive without any consciousness or awareness. This would impact decisions about whether or not to continue life-sustaining treatment. The other options listed were not central to the ethical dilemma in this case.

The Ethical Issue Surrounding the Terri Schiavo Case Was Whether