When a Physician Prescribes a Lethal Medication for a Terminally

question 51

Multiple Choice

When a physician prescribes a lethal medication for a terminally ill patient to take on his or her own, this is called:

• A) passive euthanasia.
• B) physician-assisted suicide.
• C) a living will.
• D) a "Do Not Resuscitate" order.

---

Definitions:

Intrinsic Rewards

The personal satisfaction and enjoyment felt after attaining a goal.

Extrinsic Rewards

Benefits and/or recognition received from someone else.

Benefits

The advantages or positive outcomes received from a product, service, policy, or employment, such as health insurance, job satisfaction, or convenience.