Philosophical reflections on coma.

From: The Review of Metaphysics | Date: June 1, 1994| Author: Howsepian, A.A. | Copyright information

Some patients considered irreversibly comatose should nevertheless not be allowed to die. For one thing, there is evidence suggesting that some comatose patients may have some form of conscious mental life. In addition, comatose patients may provide opportunities for the moral development of those who care for them. Therefore, even if remaining alive is not beneficial to the comatose patient, it might be highly beneficial to others. Given the choice, some persons should choose remaining in a ...

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