Erik has a terminal illness which is causing him great pain. He and his family are discussing their options with Erik's physician, including having Erik himself self-administer a lethal drug. If this is the option Erik chooses, the process would be an example of:
A) passive euthanasia
B) active euthanasia
C) negative euthanasia
D) positive euthanasia

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Active euthanasia is defined as taking steps to bring about another person's death. Assisted suicide is the term given to cases in which the ill person is provided with a means of ending his or her own life, which is the case that is described in this question. Assisted suicide is considered to be a special case of active euthanasia. The terms "positive euthanasia" and "negative euthanasia" have no particular meaning, and thus are not the best answer choice for this question.

Erik Has a Terminal Illness Which Is Causing Him Great