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Should law have a role in end-of-life care?

Authors :
White, B.
Willmott, L.
Parker, M.
Cartwright, C.
Williams, G.
Source :
Internal Medicine Journal. Sep2012, Vol. 42 Issue 9, p966-968. 3p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article discusses the findings of a study by Queensland University of Technology determining the role of law in decisions related to withhold or withdraw life sustaining treatment given to patients. It highlights that while making such decisions doctors play a significant medico-legal role; and discusses challenges of undertaking these roles. Findings offers recommendations to improve the law and support of doctors through training and education in this context.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14440903
Volume :
42
Issue :
9
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Internal Medicine Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
82190218
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1445-5994.2012.02883.x