Record #:

26985

Author(s):

Perkins, David S.

Abstract:

Eleven years after enactment of North Carolina’s Natural Death Act, which recognizes the need for limited treatment in certain situations, hospitals are still grappling with how to care for the dying and with the ethical question of when to cease care. Strict hospital policies further complicate the dilemma. Consequently, dying patients often are over-treated, their wishes for limited care overlooked.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 6 Issue 20, Oct 20-Nov 2 1988, p15-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Death--Law and legislation; Hospitals; Terminal care