According to Rachels, When Might It Be Permissible to Take

question 17

Multiple Choice

According to Rachels, when might it be permissible to take direct action to end the life of a terminally ill patient?

• A) Never or almost never
• B) Whenever the patient sincerely and repeatedly requests that such action be taken
• C) As soon as the decision to cease treatment has been made
• D) When the patient loses the capacity to communicate

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Definitions:

Visual Acuity

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Shiny Surfaces

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Glare

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