euthanasia Flashcards
1
Q
explain the double doctrine
A
the withdrawal of life support other ways the person would die
2
Q
true or false the uk does allow for euthanasia
A
false -
if helped a person with euthanasia then classed as act of suicide which can lead to up to 14 years in prison
3
Q
when did the suicide act
what is the suicide act
A
1991
-A person who aids, procures the suicide of another is liable -to imprisonment for up to 14 years.’

4
Q
what is passive euthanasia
A
- is where treatment that would help a person live longer is stopped with idea of ending life
- simular to double doctrine
