Why the patient considered physician-assisted suicide

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Assignment:

Read the following article:

McLellan, D. (2011, January 4). Dr. Jack Kevorkian, 1928 - 2011; doctor opened fiery debate on assisted suicide. Los Angeles Times.

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1. Summarize the article, explaining why the patient considered physician-assisted suicide.

2. Analyze the aspects of the outcome of his trial. Do you think this ruling would change if the trial were held today?

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