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1

what is common law?

Law developed by judges in court cases, setting precedents for future rulings.

2

what is authorized consent

permission given by someone other than the patient when patient cant legally consent

3

what are common ethical issues in the 21 century

Abortion,euthanasia,assisted suicideadvance directives,and organ donation

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justice

fairness to all

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autonomy

respecting patients deecisions

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benidicence

doing good

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Nonmaleficnce

do no harm

8

a living will

a legal document outlining desired medical treatments if seriously or terminally ill

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what is euphanasia

A physician directly administering a lethal injection to end a patient life