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Diet and Nutrition
New diet and nutrition research has been reported by J.O. Maillet et al
June 14th, 2008
"It is the position of the American Dietetic Association that individuals have the right to request or refuse nutrition and hydration as medical treatment. Registered dietitians (RDs) should work collaboratively to make recommendations on providing, withdrawing, or withholding nutrition and hydration in individual cases and serve as active members of institutional ethics committees," scientists in the United States report. "RDs have an active role in determining the nutrition and hydration requirements for individuals throughout the lifespan. When patients choose to forgo any type of nutrition and hydration (natural or artificial) or when patients lack decision-making...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-06-14)
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