Philosophy Active and Passive Euthanasia
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Euthanasia also referred to as mercy is killing is the practice of putting an individual who is suffering from an ailment that is incurable or it is disabling, to death in a painless manner. The medical personnel can withdraw treatment or switch off life support at the request of the patient or the patients family in the event that the patient cannot speak for themselves. Since most legal systems around the world have no provision for euthanasia, it’s considered as suicide it is performed by the patient and murder when another person performs it. Medical personnel are however allowed under law to make the decision not to lengthen a patient’s life in the event that the patient is under so much extreme pain and suffering, the physician will only administer pain medication even if that will shorten the patient’s life (Rachels, 1975). In recent times, many countries especially those in Europe have made adjustments to their laws to provide considerations in cases…(2400 words)