Determination of Death: Theological, Medical, Ethical, and Legal Issues

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Author(s): Rev. Albert S. Moraczewski, OP, PhD and J. Stuart Showalter, JD, MFS
Edition: 1
Publisher: The Catholic Health Association of the United States
Year: 1982

Language: English
Commentary: Pray the Rosary for the conversion of souls
City: St. Louis, Missouri
Tags: Catholic, Medical, Morality

Introduction I
Part 1: Theological, Medical, and Ethical Concerns 5
Biblical Roots 5
Official Church Teaching 7 Recapitulation 10
Medical Aspects 10
Philosophical and Ethical Reflections 15 Summary 19
Part 2: Legal Aspects 21 Background 21
States with Legislation 23
States without Legislation 26
Uniform Determination of Death Act 27 Summary 29
Conclusion 31 Notes 33