Question 1

Euthanasia is illegal in all but __________ European countries.

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Question 2

In the U.S. there are __________ states that legally endorse euthanasia.

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Euthanasia is illegal in all 50 states in the U.S.

Question 3

Lethal injections given as a result of the death penalty could arguably be referred to as __________.

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Lethal injections given as a result of the death penalty can be considered involuntary euthanasia because the person is being put to death without their consent, typically as a punishment for a crime.

Question 4

Through 2010, approximately __________ Oregonians have ended their lives using medications legally prescribed by physicians under the Death with Dignity Act.

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Through 2010, approximately 500 Oregonians have ended their lives using medications legally prescribed by physicians under the Death with Dignity Act.

Question 5

Discuss the ethical debate that exists around physician-assisted suicide. Why is this practice so controversial? How does this contentious issue relate to cultural beliefs and practices Americans have regarding death?

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Question 6

Explain the details of the Death with Dignity Act. Under the law, what are patients entitled to and what is legally required of physicians and witnesses of a patient's voluntary death?

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Question 7

What is the principle of double effect and what does it have to do with the debate about the legal and moral questions regarding physician-assisted suicide?

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Question 8

Compare and contrast the tenants of the Death with Dignity Act and the Dutch Termination of Life on Request and Assisted Suicide Act.

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Question 9

Discuss some of the repercussions for physicians who assist with voluntary patient suicide illegally. In your essay, use examples from the chapter of doctors who faced such repercussions.

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Quiz 12: Physician-Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia