Determine if a request for euthanasia is genuine

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Case Study: Ethicist Margaret Eiattin {198?} suggests that physicians should uphold a patient's autonomy by informing them about humane methods for ending one's life. Thusr the principle of autonomy creates a moral obligation for physicians to provide patients {who request it] 1with information on how to die. Furthermore, some individuals create suicide ldts that are available for purchase through online retailers like Ebay. One in particular, is a BID-printed pod suicide machine called "Sarco" that fills with gas to end a person's life.

Question: Should there be limits on freedom of speech 1when it comes to publicizing methods for killing oneself or others? * Should physicians be the ones to inform patients about humane methods for ending their lives? Some people might argue that suicide attempts are just a cry for help. How can a physician determine if a request for euthanasia is genuine and not just a cry for help?

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