Klaus Is a Physician Who Practices in the Netherlands

question 107

Multiple Choice

Klaus is a physician who practices in the Netherlands. He has recently assisted a patient in committing suicide. According to a 1984 Dutch Supreme Court ruling, Klaus will not be prosecuted for this action if several different criteria are met. Which of the following is NOT one of those conditions?​

• A) ​There was no relief available for this patient.
• B) ​The patient was competent to make this decision.
• C) ​The patient experienced at least moderate pain.
• D) ​The patient made the request repeatedly over time.

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