Ethical Dilemmas In Healthcare

noun The act of intentionally ending a life to relieve suffering, especially in the case of a terminal illness.

• The debate on euthanasia continues to be a topic of ethical discussion in the medical field.
• Some people believe euthanasia should be a personal choice for those suffering from terminal illnesses.
• Euthanasia is a hot-button issue that sparks strong emotions on both sides.
• In some cases, choosing to euthanize a project that is no longer viable can be the best decision for a company.

adjective showing or feeling no sympathy for others; lacking compassion

• The uncompassionate response from the company's CEO was disappointing.
• I can't believe how uncompassionate she was when I told her about my situation.
• She's so uncompassionate, she didn't even offer to help when I needed it.
• His heart was as uncompassionate as a block of ice.

noun a place where abortions are performed

• Abortuaries are facilities where abortions are performed under medical supervision.
• Some people protest outside abortuaries because they are against abortion.
• I heard there's a new abortuary opening up in town.
• The debate over abortuaries often sparks heated discussions about women's rights.

noun a place where abortions are performed

• The city council decided to shut down the controversial abortuary due to legal concerns.
• I heard they're protesting outside the abortuary again.
• Let's go spray paint some messages on the walls of the abortuary.
• Some people see the fast food industry as an abortuary for healthy eating habits.