Craig G M
J Med Ethics. 1994 Sep;20(3):139-43; discussion 144-5. doi: 10.1136/jme.20.3.139.
This paper explores ethical issues relating to the management of patients who are terminally ill and unable to maintain their own nutrition and hydration. A policy of sedation without hydration or nutrition is used in palliative medicine under certain circumstances. The author argues that this policy is dangerous, medically, ethically and legally, and can be disturbing for relatives. The role of the family in management is discussed. This issue requires wide debate by the public and the profession.
本文探讨了与身患绝症且无法自主维持营养和水分摄入的患者管理相关的伦理问题。在某些情况下,姑息治疗中会采用不提供水分或营养的镇静政策。作者认为,这一政策在医学、伦理和法律上都是危险的,而且可能会让亲属感到不安。文中讨论了家庭在管理中的作用。这个问题需要公众和专业人士展开广泛辩论。