Euthanasia Flashcards
1
Q
DNR
A
order that can have a precise or general application on what measures are acceptible
2
Q
difference between Allow Natural Death and DNR
A
emphasizes comfort measures with DNR orders
3
Q
passive euthanasia
A
Withdrawl of care
4
Q
medical futility
A
NOT futility of medical care, but goal of treatment is unattainable (medical care can continue but with change in goal)
5
Q
What takes place when If the ethics board supports the patient/family position but the clinician stance remains unchanged
A
another provider takes over care
6
Q
what happens if If the ethics board supports the clinician but the patient/family disagrees
A
transfer of care to another facility
7
Q
3 reasons for family serving as MDPOA
A
- understand family culture, beliefs
- more capable of selfless love
- Families bear the financial brunt of the illness
