After Maxine was in a severe car accident, her parents were informed that she was brain dead, but could be kept alive if she was put on a respirator immediately. What would her family's decision not to put her on the respirator be considered?

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Not putting Maxine on a respirator would be considered passive euthanasia since the decision would lead to the withholding of life-sustaining treatment. This is different from active euthanasia where a deliberate action is taken to end a patient's life, and it is not considered murder as the decision is legal and made in the best interests of the patient.

After Maxine Was in a Severe Car Accident, Her Parents