Ethics, artificial nutrition, and hydration in terminal patients
Miguel Ângelo Basto Clemente de Oliveira e Magalhães,
Maria Paula Correia Ribeiro da Costa e Silva,
Ivone Maria Resende Figueiredo Duarte
Abstract:Given the lack of scientific evidence, decisions regarding the administration of artificial nutrition and hydration in terminally ill patients constitute an important ethical dilemma due to the conflict between “treat” and “care” perspectives and the varying usage depending on the legal and cultural background across countries. This study aims to explain whether this practice configures a basic care intervention or a futile medical treatment. Therefore, we review the national guidelines and codes of ethics fro… Show more
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