Pain That Originates in an Internal Organ but Is Felt

question 163

Short Answer

Pain that originates in an internal organ but is felt as cutaneous pain is called ____________________.

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Definitions:

Self-Deliverance

A rational and voluntary act of taking one’s life; an alternative to the terms suicide and mercy killing.

Quality-Of-Life Philosophy

A belief system that emphasizes the importance of enhancing the well-being and happiness of individuals through their life circumstances.

Active Euthanasia

A direct action that causes death in accordance with the stated or implied wishes of the terminally ill patient. Such action can be voluntary (patient requested) or involuntary (not requested by the patient).

Medical Ethics

The branch of ethics that deals with moral issues in the practice of medicine, including patient rights, confidentiality, and the responsibilities of healthcare professionals.