End of life decisions
The observation of decision-making processes of end of life within several French neonatal units has revealed a diversity which resists any overall explanation and demands a local interpretation. This article details the characteristics motivating a critical care in neonatal intensive care units. Ea...
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| প্রকাশিত: | URI:https://journals.openedition.org/alterjdr, |
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| প্রধান লেখক: | , |
| বিন্যাস: | Article ou chapitre numérique |
| ভাষা: | Anglais |
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Alter
2026
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| অনলাইন ব্যবহার করুন: | Accès Université d'Orléans et IFPM Accès Université d'Orléans et IFPM |
| সংক্ষিপ্ত: | The observation of decision-making processes of end of life within several French neonatal units has revealed a diversity which resists any overall explanation and demands a local interpretation. This article details the characteristics motivating a critical care in neonatal intensive care units. Each service constructs a decision-making framework (based on operating modes, medical criteria, moral positioning, and parents’ role) in order to be able to face the heavy burden of uncertainty and responsibility when faced with the question: “What is a life worth living?” |
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