Which of the Following Best Reflects Steinbock's Interpretation of the American

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best reflects Steinbock's interpretation of the American Medical Association's (AMA) statement on euthanasia?

• A) The AMA forbids all euthanasia but may allow doctors to stop using extraordinary means to prolong life.
• B) The AMA forbids active euthanasia but may allow either passive euthanasia or the cessation of extraordinary means to prolong life.
• C) The AMA forbids all euthanasia and also does not allow the cessation of extraordinary means to prolong life.
• D) The AMA discourages euthanasia but may allow it, according to the judgment of the patient, patient's family, and the physician.

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