Can ‘Best Interests’ derail the trolley? Examining withdrawal of clinically assisted nutrition and hydration in patients in the permanent vegetative state
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DOI: 10.1136/medethics-2015-103045
Abstract: In this paper, I explore under what circumstances it might be morally acceptable to transplant organs from a patient lacking capacity. I argue, with a developed hypothetical based around a mother and son, that (1)… read more here.
Keywords: best interests; assisted nutrition; nutrition hydration; vegetative state ... See more keywords
The ethics of clinically assisted nutrition and hydration in adults and the role of the advanced clinical practitioner.
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DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2024.0098
Abstract: Clinically assisted nutrition and hydration (CANH) decision-making in adult patients presents complex ethical dilemmas that require careful consideration and navigation. This clinical review addresses the multifaceted aspects of CANH, emphasising the importance of ethical frameworks… read more here.
Keywords: role; decision making; clinically assisted; assisted nutrition ... See more keywords
New taxonomy for prolonged disorders of consciousness may help with decisions on withdrawal of clinically assisted nutrition and hydration: A proposed decision-making pathway.
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DOI: 10.2340/16501977-2834
Abstract: The number of patients surviving severe brain injury is increasing; however, many are left in a prolonged disorder of consciousness. With appropriate treatment, patients with prolonged disorders of consciousness can survive for years. Unless an… read more here.
Keywords: withdrawal clinically; assisted nutrition; disorders consciousness; nutrition hydration ... See more keywords