Quality of Life, Sanctity of Creation: Palliative or Apotheosis?

Authors

George P. Smith II, Catholic University of America, Columbus School of LawFollow

Abstract

I. Introduction

II. The Federal "Baby Doe" Regulations ... A. The March 7, 1983 Version ... 1. Background ... 2. Challenge in American Academy of Pediatrics v. H eckler ... B. July Reissuance ... C. The Final Rules

III. Baby Jane Doe ... A. Action against the Parents ... B. The Federal Response to Baby Jane Doe

IV. Searching for a Workable Standard ... A. Technical/Medical Criteria ... B. The Role of Parents in Decisionmaking ... C. Quality of Life and Extraordinary Care ... D. The Role of the Federal Government

V. Conclusion

Recommended Citation

George P. Smith II, Quality of Life, Sanctity of Creation: Palliative or Apotheosis?, 63 Neb. L. Rev. (1984)
Available at: https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/nlr/vol63/iss4/6