Basilio sustained severe and irreversible brain damage due to an accidental overdose of insulin.His wife and children decided to remove the life-support system,and Basilio subsequently died.This is an example of:

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This is an example of passive euthanasia because the decision was made to remove life support and allow Basilio to die naturally. Active euthanasia would involve actively taking steps to end his life, such as administering a lethal injection. Natural euthanasia refers to death occurring naturally, without any medical intervention. Culturally acceptable euthanasia does not exist as different cultures have varying beliefs and attitudes towards end-of-life care.

Basilio Sustained Severe and Irreversible Brain Damage Due to an Accidental