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    • The term MAID is inconsistently applied, encompassing both assisted suicide and euthanasia, and is used for patients with and without terminal diagnoses.
    • Current euphemisms downplay the provider's role in causing death and obscure the nature of the intervention.
    • The lack of standardized language hinders accurate assessment of the societal impact of provider-assisted death.

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    • The use of euphemisms like MAID in end-of-life care is detrimental to clear communication and ethical practice.
    • Adopting precise terms such as PAD-P and PAD-A will enhance clarity and honesty.
    • Standardized language is essential for accurate data collection, societal understanding, and maintaining trust in healthcare providers.