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Review
. 2006 Oct-Dec;41(4):167-71.
doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6198.2006.00056.x.

A concept analysis of voluntary active euthanasia

Fenglin Guo  1
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A concept analysis of voluntary active euthanasia

Fenglin Guo. Nurs Forum. 2006 Oct-Dec.

Abstract

Topic: Euthanasia has a wide range of classifications. Confusion exists in the application of specific concepts to various studies.

Purpose: To analyze the concept of voluntary active euthanasia using Walker and Avant's concept analysis method.

Sources of information: A comprehensive literature review from various published literature and bibliographies.

Conclusions: Clinical, ethical, and policy differences and similarities of euthanasia need to be debated openly, both within the medical profession and publicly. Awareness of the classifications about euthanasia may help nurses dealing with "end of life issues" properly.

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