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advance directive
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a statement made by a competent individual about his or her preferences for future treatment if that person is unable to make decisions at the time. ‘Advance directive’ is often used to describe the two forms that most states recognize as legally important – the living will and the health care proxy (or durable power of attorney).
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euthanasia
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(from the Greek, eu, good, thanatos, death, hence "good death") refers to the act of putting an end in the life of another person at his/her request with the purpose of finishing his/her suffering.
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hospice
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a program to provide caring and a supportive environment for people in the final stages of terminal illness. Hospice provides palliative care and emotional support for the patient and family. It is available in hospitals, nursing homes, the patient’s home, or in specialized care facilities.
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palliative care
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comprehensive management of physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of patients with terminal illnesses.
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Active Euthanasia
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killing, act of commission
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Passive Euthanasia
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withholding medical care necessary for life
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Voluntary Euthanasia
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decision is made by person him/herself.
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Involuntary Euthanasia
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decision is made against the will of person
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Nonvoluntary euthanasia
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decision for death is made by people other than the person in question
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Physician-Assisted Suicide
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doctor assists in carrying out active voluntary euthanasia.
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