Three levels structure analysis of the oregon death with dignity act

Abstract

The purpose of this chapter is to consider the Oregon Death with Dignity Act (ODDA) by the three levels structure analysis method. Based on 127.805§2.01, under certain conditions, adults may make a written request for medication for the purpose of ending his or her life. From this viewpoint, there is ―respect for autonomy of patients‖ as the second level thing. In addition, Based on (1), (3), (7), (9), and(11) of 127.800§1.01. Definitions and 127.805§2.01, ―Adult‖, ―capable‖, ―rationality‖, and ―person‖ et al. are related to ―an image of a rational person‖. In conclusion, there is ―respect for autonomy of patients‖ as the second level thing, and there is ―an image of a rational person‖ as the third level thing in the ODDA.