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Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Euthanasia among Selected Population in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Euthanasia is a term embroiled in controversy across the world. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and a�itude towards euthanasia among urban population of Thiruvananthapuram district. A convenience sample of 50 was included for the study. Data were collected by cross sectional design. Knowled...
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| Natura: | Printed Book |
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International Journal of Psychiatric Nursing.
2015
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| Accesso online: | http://10.26.1.76/ks/006077.pdf |
| Riassunto: | Euthanasia is a term embroiled in controversy across the world. This study aimed to assess the
knowledge and a�itude towards euthanasia among urban population of Thiruvananthapuram district.
A convenience sample of 50 was included for the study. Data were collected by cross sectional design.
Knowledge and a�itude was assessed using structured self report questionnaire. Results revealed that
50% of the subjects had good knowledge about euthanasia and 68% had positive a�itude towards
euthanasia. The study has got implication in health care practice that representatives of the general
public should be included to formulate relevant policies related to euthanasia |
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| Descrizione fisica: | January-June, 2015. Vol.1, No. 1 |