Alacarez, Janessa Fe M.
Mercy killing or dignity in death: exploring the legality of Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in the Philippines / Janessa Fe M. Alcarez. - Cebu City : University of Cebu, 2018. - iv, 118 leaves : illustrations ;
Thesis (Degree in Juris Doctor)-- University of Cebu- Banilad, 2018.
Includes references (leaves 89-96)
Summary: Human dignity is embodied in a person's right to self- determination and autonomy to elect healthcare options, including end of life care. Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are concepts that are highly debated over the years. The arguments touch over medical, ethical and legal issues. Some western countries have legalized and regulated the procedures to protect those terminally-ill and the physicians involved in the practiced. This study assessed the legality of euthanasia and physician- assisted suicide in the Philippines. With the aid of international law and jurisprudence,the study proposed a legal framework that the Philippines may use to regulate euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide.
The study utilized the qualitative case study approach. The study was conducted in Cebu City wherein a total of 13 informants were randomly selected. Five of the respondents were from the medical field while 8 of them were from the legal profession. The informants were asked to respond to a structured interview questionnaire designed to explore the legality of euthanasia and physician- assisted suicide. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis and document and literature review.
As of today, euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are illegal under the country's Revised Renal Code. However, the findings show that there is the lack of criminal intent in practicing euthanasia and physician- assisted suicide. Furthermore. it us emphasized that terminally-ill patients' right to refuse treatment is respected by the healthcare providers which means, withdrawal of treatment and even euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide may be an option. Lastly, the parameters of keeping both procedures regulated and safe are identified by the informants. Should euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide be legalized; terminal illness and patient consent should be present.
English
Mercy killing or dignity in death: exploring the legality of Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in the Philippines / Janessa Fe M. Alcarez. - Cebu City : University of Cebu, 2018. - iv, 118 leaves : illustrations ;
Thesis (Degree in Juris Doctor)-- University of Cebu- Banilad, 2018.
Includes references (leaves 89-96)
Summary: Human dignity is embodied in a person's right to self- determination and autonomy to elect healthcare options, including end of life care. Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are concepts that are highly debated over the years. The arguments touch over medical, ethical and legal issues. Some western countries have legalized and regulated the procedures to protect those terminally-ill and the physicians involved in the practiced. This study assessed the legality of euthanasia and physician- assisted suicide in the Philippines. With the aid of international law and jurisprudence,the study proposed a legal framework that the Philippines may use to regulate euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide.
The study utilized the qualitative case study approach. The study was conducted in Cebu City wherein a total of 13 informants were randomly selected. Five of the respondents were from the medical field while 8 of them were from the legal profession. The informants were asked to respond to a structured interview questionnaire designed to explore the legality of euthanasia and physician- assisted suicide. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis and document and literature review.
As of today, euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are illegal under the country's Revised Renal Code. However, the findings show that there is the lack of criminal intent in practicing euthanasia and physician- assisted suicide. Furthermore. it us emphasized that terminally-ill patients' right to refuse treatment is respected by the healthcare providers which means, withdrawal of treatment and even euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide may be an option. Lastly, the parameters of keeping both procedures regulated and safe are identified by the informants. Should euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide be legalized; terminal illness and patient consent should be present.
English