A Conversation for Talking Point: Whose life is it anyway?
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Delicia - The world's acutest kitten Started conversation Mar 17, 2003
Just a few thoughts.
In the case of terminally ill persons I think that any decision regards euthanasia should be made in context with pain management, that is by asking first if everything that can be done to alleviate pain, has been done.
If it has, then the person's wish should be the ground on which all further decision is made.
A good idea would then be to make the decision oneself when still capable, so as not to load it on the shoulders of the nearest relatives.
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abbi normal "Putting on the Ritz" with Dr Frankenstein Posted Mar 18, 2003
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"A good idea would then be to make the decision oneself when still capable, so as not to load it on the shoulders of the nearest relatives."
That IS the best idea. It is important to have it in writing with you. Have a copy with your lawyer,your Dr. and your next of kin.
It is not always clear cut even then
The decision in the end is up to the Dr. in charge at that moment. He is legally responsible to the unseen family. You may have never seen him before! 
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Delicia - The world's acutest kitten Posted Mar 20, 2003
In case of deciding that one wants to have the plug pulled, one shouldn't have it in writing on ones person, but only with next of kin. I wouldn't trust the doctors, on account of the situation regards organ transfer. I am not a very trusting person anyway. Just a thought.
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abbi normal "Putting on the Ritz" with Dr Frankenstein Posted Mar 23, 2003
You are right about organ donation playing a part.You do have to decide in a timely manner.
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Delicia - The world's acutest kitten Posted Mar 24, 2003
there's always so many things to consider, what?
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