Citation

Smith PT, Boal JS. Ethics Med. 2009; 25(2): 69-73.

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(Copyright © 2009)

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Abstract

In this brief response essay, we address a recent claim made by Margaret P. Battin that one cannot consistently oppose physician-assisted suicide/death (PAS) and be in support of and practice terminal/palliative sedation. We articulate a more nuanced understanding of terminal sedation from the version Battin provides. Along the way, we contrast this more appropriate and less controversial understanding of the practice of terminal sedation with some of the claims made by Battin. We conclude that those health care professionals who oppose PAS while maintaining the appropriateness of terminal sedation in certain situations are not acting inconsistently.

Language: en