In a state that allows death with dignity, a patient with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) wants physician assisted death and meets the criteria for this treatment. Her physician would not be able to live with himself if he participated in euthanasia or physician assisted death due to a deeply held moral objection.

Help the provider navigate this scenario using the I CARE Model.

What should the doctor say to the patient to respond respectfully? *

Only God has the power to take your life.

Please see another doctor for that.

Due to my personal beliefs, I am not able to assist you with that procedure.

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Personal Conscience Case Study #3: RESPOND