Euthanasia and Its Controversies

Flashcards covering key concepts and definitions related to euthanasia, its legality, and ethical considerations.

The word 'euthanasia' literally means __.

good death

Euthanasia is only usually considered when the patient is __ and in a lot of pain.

terminally ill

In the UK, active euthanasia is a __ offence punishable by up to 14 years' imprisonment.

criminal

The belief in the __ of human life holds that all life is precious and sacred.

sanctity

Passive euthanasia involves __ medical treatment with the intention of causing the patient's death.

withdrawing

Involuntary euthanasia occurs when a person wants to live but is __ anyway.

killed

Non-voluntary euthanasia occurs when a person cannot make a decision about euthanasia, and a decision is made __ for them.

on their behalf

For many Christians, only __ has the right to end life.

God

Euthanasia risks being charged with __ or manslaughter under present laws.

murder

A person in the UK may not be prosecuted for assisting a patient in euthanasia if they have not put any pressure on the patient and would not gain __ from the patient's death.

financially