The "Ethics Task Force" of the European Association of Palliative

question 44

Multiple Choice

The "Ethics Task Force" of the European Association of Palliative Care challenged the term "passive euthanasia" arguing that ​

• A)"there is no such thing as 'mercy killing.'"
• B)"ending life is always active."
• C)"this procedure is unethical."
• D)"the definition must include the word physician."

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Definitions:

Gender Inequality

Refers to the unequal treatment or perceptions of individuals based on their gender, manifesting in various areas of life such as employment, education, and health.

Health Care

The organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community through services offered by professionals.

Mental Disorders

Health conditions characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with distress or impaired functioning.

Traditional Medicine

Healing practices and beliefs incorporating plant, animal, and mineral-based medicines, spiritual therapies, manual techniques, and exercises, rooted in indigenous cultures.