Euthanasia And Physician Assisted Suicide

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After studying the course materials located on Module 6: Lecture Materials & Resources page, answer the following:

1. Euthanasia

· Medical / Generic definition

· Bioethical definition.

2. Describe pain and suffering within context of faith

3. Physician Assisted Suicide / Death ( PAS / PAD)

· Definition

· Is it ethical?

· Should we have the right to end our lives? Why yes or why not?

4. Better alternatives to PAS; compare and contrast each:

· Hospice

· Palliative care / Terminal sedation

5. Case studies. Brief summary of:

· Hemlock Society

· Jacob Kevorkian

· Britanny Maynard

6. Read and summarize ERD paragraphs #: 59, 60, 61.

Submission Instructions:

· The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.

· If references are used, please cite properly according to the current APA style. Refer to your syllabus for further detail or contact your instructor.

· Late work policies, expectations regarding proper citations, acceptable means of responding to peer feedback, and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.

· You can expect feedback and grading from the instructor before the next assignment is due.

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Grading Rubric

Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.

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Essay/Paper Rubric

Essay/Paper Rubric
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
Identification of Main Issues/Problems view longer description	30 pts Distinguished Identify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues/problems. 27 pts Excellent Identifies and demonstrate an accomplished understanding of most of issues/problems. 26 pts Fair Identifies and demonstrates a fair understanding of most of the issues/problems. 24 pts Acceptable Identifies and demonstrates an acceptable understanding of most of the issues/problems. 21 pts Unacceptable Identifies and demonstrate an unacceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.	/ 30 pts
Analysis and Evaluation of Issues/Probelms view longer description	25 pts Distinguished Presents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of issues/problems. 23 pts Excellent Presents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the issues/problems. 21 pts Fair Presents a superficial analysis and evaluation of issues/problems. 19 pts Acceptable Presents an acceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems. 17 pts Unacceptable Presents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.	/ 25 pts
Demonstrates a Conceptual Understanding view longer description	25 pts Distinguished Provides a thorough, competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a high level of conceptual understanding. 23 pts Excellent Provides a competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a moderate level of conceptual understanding. 20 pts Fair Provides competent responses to all issues/problems, but lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding. 18 pts Acceptable Provides acceptable responses to all issues/problems, lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding. 17 pts Unacceptable Provides an unacceptable response to all issues/problems, and lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.	/ 25 pts
Use of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature view longer description	10 pts Distinguished Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing. 8 pts Excellent Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing. 6 pts Fair Superficially uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing. 4 pts Acceptable Acceptable uses of the literature and other resources to inform their work. Lack of use of citations and extended referencing. 2 pts Unacceptable Unacceptable uses of the literature and other resources to inform their work. Unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing.	/ 10 pts
Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines view longer description	10 pts Full Marks Demonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors. 8 pts Excellent Demonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail. 6 pts Fair Demonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail. 4 pts Acceptable Demonstrate an acceptable level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail. 2 pts Unacceptable Demonstrates an unacceptable level of writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention.	/ 10 pts
Total Points: 0

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Goligher, E. C., Cigolini, M., Cormier, A., Donnelly, S., Ferrier, C., Gorshkov-Cantacuzène, V. A., … Quinlan, J. (2019). Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are unethical acts. World Medical Journal, 65(1), 34–37. Retrieved from https://search-ebscohost-com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=136957959&site=ehost-live&scope=site
Calabrò, R. S., Naro, A., De Luca, R., Russo, M., Caccamo, L., Manuli, A., … Bramanti, P. (2016). The right to die in chronic disorders of consciousness: Can we avoid the slippery slope argument? Innovations in Clinical Neuroscience, 13(11–12), 12–24. Retrieved from
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Cunningham, S., Engelstätter, B., & Ward, M. R. (2016). Violent video games and violent crime. Southern Economic Journal, 82(4), 1247-1265. Retrieved from
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The articles provided argue opposite sides of the controversy. In 1,250-1,500 words:

Briefly analyze and compare the claims of both articles as well as the background of the controversy and how it became controversial. Include how historical perspectives and theories add to the controversy.
Examine the evidence given in the articles and explain which article creates a stronger argument. You are not choosing a side that supports your beliefs. Describe why one article’s argument is stronger than the other. Give examples from both. Include how current perspectives and theories support your rationale.
Identify any logic fallacies that exist in both and explain what makes them logic fallacies (For a list of logical fallacies, follow this link https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/logic_in_argumentative_writing/fallacies.html ).
Describe how the controversy you chose is applicable and significant to the world.

Use at least six scholarly references to support your claims. Be sure to carefully review the rubric for specifics on selecting and integrating sources to effectively support your rationale.

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Brieflydescribe the of the case of Mr. Williams. From the description in the article, Mr. of mind. He is terminally ill. The sense of being in control (self-determination) is important to him. Should patients like Mr. Williams be permitted to choose how and when they die? Should physicians who support the practice of being permitted to prescribe such medicine? Answer within the context of the by Brock and Arras. Has the implementation of the Oregon Death with Dignity Act fundamentally altered the role of the physician in the state of Oregon?

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