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Healthcare professionals, roles and virtue.

Friedrich Heubel

    Cambridge Quarterly of Healthcare Ethics : CQ : the International Journal of Healthcare Ethics Committees
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    A 76-year-old woman suffered severe brain injury after an accident. Her family is divided on whether to continue life support, considering her previously expressed wishes and quality of life.

    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Medical Ethics
    • Geriatrics

    Background:

    • A 76-year-old woman sustained severe brain injury following an automobile accident.
    • She has remained unconscious despite intensive medical intervention.

    Observation:

    • Neurological assessment indicates no chance of complete recovery.
    • The best-case scenario involves minimal consciousness without self-care or meaningful interaction.
    • Family members hold differing views regarding the continuation of life-sustaining treatment.

    Findings:

    • The patient's husband cites her prior statements about not wanting to live in such a state and fearing being a burden.
    • The patient's daughter supports discontinuing active treatment.
    • The patient's son advocates for continued treatment, believing she would not be a burden.
    Keywords:
    Death and Euthanasia

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    Implications:

    • This case highlights the complexities of end-of-life decisions in severe brain injury.
    • It underscores the importance of advance directives and patient autonomy.
    • Financial considerations for long-term care also influence treatment decisions.