Removing the Feeding Tube of Person in a Persistent Vegetative

question 38

Multiple Choice

Removing the feeding tube of person in a persistent vegetative state is a form of

• A) active euthanasia.
• B) passive euthanasia.
• C) homicidal euthanasia.
• D) medical euthanasia.

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Definitions:

Common Good

The benefit or interests of all participants or members of a community or society, considered as a collective group, rather than individual interests.

First Amendment

An amendment to the United States Constitution that protects freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.

Redress of Grievances

The correction or compensation for wrongs or injuries, often sought by citizens from their government.

Peaceably Assemble

The right guaranteed by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution allowing individuals to gather for demonstration, protest, or meeting without fear of government interference, provided the assembly is peaceful.