A nurse is allowed by law to administer a lethal dose of analgesic medication,when ordered by a doctor,to alleviate intractable suffering.

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Nurses are not legally permitted to administer lethal doses of medication for the purpose of euthanasia or assisted suicide in most jurisdictions. The administration of a lethal dose, even if intended to alleviate suffering, is typically restricted by law and ethical guidelines, and is usually considered outside the scope of nursing practice.

A Nurse Is Allowed by Law to Administer a Lethal