What Role Should Nurses Play in the Euthanasia Process?
A recent cross-sectional study out of Belgium explores general practitioners’ views—and the findings are powerful.
🔑 Key takeaways:
- GPs recognize nurses as essential to patient and family support during euthanasia.
- 89% recommend simulation training in nursing education to prepare nurses for handling euthanasia requests.
- There is a need for clear legislation to clarify nursing roles in assisted dying.
This kind of research helps shape how we train and empower nurses for ethically complex care. We’re especially proud that this work was supported by the International Writing Group coordinated by the Glen Taylor Nursing Institute for Family and Society.
https://ahn.mnsu.edu/academic-programs/nursing-bs/glen-taylor-nursing-institute/education2/writing-group-for-faculty-with-international-partners/
📖 Demedts, D., Mathé, R.-M., & Bilsen, J. (2025). The Perspectives of General Practitioners on the Roles and Competences of Nurses During a Euthanasia Process: A Cross-Sectional Study. Healthcare, 13(595).
🔗 Read the article: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/13/6/595
