Question

Q8. Consider the following statements

1. Passive euthanasia is a condition where there is withdrawal of medical treatment.

2. Active euthanasia is the use of lethal substances or forces, such as administering a lethal injection.

Which of the statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both 1 and 2

Passive euthanasia is a condition where there is withdrawal of medical treatment with the deliberate intention to hasten the death of a terminally-ill patient.

Active euthanasia entails the use of lethal substances or forces, such as administering a lethal injection.