Source: The Sun, 12 Dec 2008
Classifications of euthanasia
1) Euthanasia by consent
a)with consent (voluntary euthanasia)
b)without consent (involuntary euthanasia)-third party makes decision for another person incapable of doing so
2) Euthanasia by means
a)passive euthanasia-withholding(hold back) of common treatments
b)non-active euthanasia- withdrawing of life support
c)active euthanasia-use of lethal substances or forces to kill
3) Assisted suicide=active, voluntary euthanasia
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