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The 30-minute video focuses on dying well in our technology-driven society. The video discusses how the ethical debate on dying well raises questions ranging from effective palliative care to assisted suicide. The program features Oregon’s Death with Dignity Act to raise the ethical questions about end-of-life care and assisted suicide. In the debate on dying well, respect for patient autonomy is very important, especially with regard to the need for palliative care and requests for assisted suicide. The video concludes with considerations about the role of medical professionalism in care for the dying. The ethical debate on dying well is presented in four sections in the video.
The video includes expert commentary by internationally recognized figures in the debate on dying well and assisted suicide, including: Dr. Joanne Lynn; Sylvia McSkimming; Dr. Timothy Quill; Dr. Peter Rasmussen; Dr. Mark Siegler; and Dr. Daniel Sulmasy.
The 30-minute video enables participants to foster discussion at the end of each section as well as at the end of the program. Participants will be able to:
The facilitator should explain the learning objectives, show the video, and then engage the participants in discussion and/or assign follow-up projects.