Communication about euthanasia in Dutch nursing homes

In this research, we explore how competent nursing home residents in the Netherlands experience communication about euthanasia. Interviews were conducted with 15 nursing home residents. Three themes were found during data analysis: 1) The possibility to discuss euthanasia; 2) Interaction and 3) Anticipating the future. Whether or not euthanasia was discussed was influenced by the openness of the resident and the accessibility and openness of their medical practitioner. Important factors mentioned by respondents regarding interaction were the level of connectedness with others, the feeling of b... Mehr ...