States, Laws, and Policies
How many states are legalized in providing assisted suicide?
6
How many oral requests are required?
2
What is the most common method used for assisted suicide?
Pills
What is the name of certification that Physicians in California need?
USDEA
ANA's nursing ethics towards assisted suicide
Nurses are not allowed to be involved in the process
How many grams of each drug is prescribed?
10 grams each
Which state is court ruled for assisted suicide?
Montana
Which state requires the Final Attestation Form?
California
What do the drugs do?
The drugs put the patient into an induce coma
What is the age requirement to look into this option?
18 and older
After the death of the patient, does the family still follow the regular post-mortem protocol?
Yes
Besides pills, what other form is used?
Liquid
Which state was the first to legalize assisted suicide?
Oregon
Does assisted suicide effect health insurance?
No
What two drugs are combined then administered to the patient?
Secobarbital and Pentobarbital