Section B: Euthanasia Types And Definitions Flashcards
1
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Passive euthanasia
A
When feeding tubes, life support is taken away so they die naturally
2
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Active euthanasia
A
When someone is given drugs to make them die. Illegal in GB
3
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Voluntary euthanasia
A
When a person is not able to commit suicide themselves but asks someone to help them die
4
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Involuntary euthanasia
A
When a person is unable to tell people their wishes so they make a decision for them based on their quality of life
