Medical Aid in Dying Laws
Thaddeus Mason Pope
Abstract
This Viewpoint discusses aspects of medical aid in dying laws in the US, including patient access, clinician authorization, and waiting periods.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineAuthorizationLawPrior authorizationMedical emergencyNursingComputer securityPolitical scienceComputer sciencePalliative Care and End-of-Life IssuesHealthcare Policy and ManagementEthics in medical practice