Review:
Medical Ethics In End Of Life Care
overall review score: 4.5
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Medical ethics in end-of-life care refers to the ethical considerations and decision-making processes involved in providing care for patients nearing the end of their lives.
Key Features
- Autonomy of the patient
- Beneficence
- Non-maleficence
- Justice
- Advance care planning
Pros
- Promotes patient-centered care
- Respects the wishes and autonomy of the patient
- Provides guidelines for difficult decision-making
Cons
- Can be emotionally challenging for healthcare providers
- Ethical dilemmas may arise in complex cases