Posted by Twinleaf on March 5, 2014, at 13:10:57
In reply to Re: sad and disheartening, posted by Dr. Bob on March 5, 2014, at 1:57:40
Phillipa clearly did read/feel it as uncaring, but I think Willful's explanation was so clear and helpful for each of the topics, pointing out that good judgement should be involved in each decision to ensure that the possibility for improving quality of life is greater than the possibility of harming or shortening it.
It is in accordance with the Hippocratic Oath - "first, do no harm..." which guides all physicians.
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