Abstract
Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide. II. Do Dutch Family Doctors act Prudently
van der Wal G~~van Eijk J T M~~et al
Two random samples of Dutch doctors were surveyed in order to determine whether they acted prudently with regard to euthanasia & assisted suicide. Doctors were asked about several aspects of the requirements for prudent practice. “Pointless suffering” was the most important & common reason for requesting euthanasia & assisted suicide; “pain” was rarely the most important reason. Although some do not, most family doctors do follow procedural requirements for prudent practice.