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1. Case Study on Death and Dying.
Case Study on Death and Dying. The practice of health care providers at all levels brings you
into contact with people from a variety of faiths. This calls for knowledge and
understanding of a diversity of faith expressions; for the purpose of this course, the focus
will be on the Christian worldview.Based on "Case Study: End of Life Decisions," the
Christian worldview, and the worldview questions presented in the required topic study
materials you will complete an ethical analysis of George's situation and his decision from
the perspective of the Christian worldview.Case Study on Death and Dying.Case Study on
Death and Dying.ORDER NOW. Provide a 1,500-2,000-word ethical
analysis while answering the following questions:How would George interpret his suffering
in light of the Christian narrative, with an emphasis on the fallenness of the world?How
would George interpret his suffering in light of the Christian narrative, with an emphasis on
the hope of resurrection?As George contemplates life with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
(ALS), how would the Christian worldview inform his view about the value of his life as a
person?What sorts of values and considerations would the Christian worldview focus on in
deliberating about whether or not George should opt for euthanasia?Based on the values
and considerations above, what options would be morally justified in the Christian
worldview for George and why?Based on your worldview, what decision would you make if
you were in George's situation?Remember to support your responses Case Study on Death
and Dying.with the topic study materials.Prepare this assignment according to the
guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract
is required.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.You are
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Support articles for assistance.Case Study on Death and DyingIntroductionDeath and the
process of dying is a very difficult and unpleasant part of life, yet an inevitable part of life.
Death is normally associated with some deep philosophical and religious connotations.
Euthanasia refers to the practice of ending the life of a very sick person in order to relieve
them the suffering. Euthanasia is a contentious issue in bioethics and it is viewed differently
in Christianity and philosophically (Saybey, 2016). The purpose of this paper is to provide
an analysis of George’s case study. George had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
diagnosis. ALS is a degenerative disease that leads to loss of the ability to speak, eat, move,
breath, and the patient finally dies. Specifically, the imminent death for George and the
option of euthanasia, according to the Christian view will be analyzed.Case Study on Death

2. and Dying.George’s Suffering in Light of the Christian Narrative & The Fallenness of the
WorldIn Christianity, the fallenness of the world and suffering are closely connected. The
fallenness of the world started when Adam and Eve were put in the garden of Eden by God.
Eve and Adam were taking care of God’s creation. They both enjoyed everything for free and
they did not suffer in any way, until when they tasted the forbidden fruit and they were
chased from Eden. As a result, God separated Himself from humankind and this is was the
start of the fallenness of the world. As per the Christian narrative, the beginning of the
suffering for mankind was the fallenness of the world (Shelly & Miller, 2009). A curse was
declared upon mankind that would have to work to get food. Accordingly, the suffering
among the humankind is a curse from God.Case Study on Death and Dying.Similarly, as per
the narrative of the fallenness of the world, George can associate his suffering with being
sinful because sin is the main cause of suffering among human beings. Humankind keeps
sinning continually and falling short of the will of God. Therefore, George can compare his
suffering as being the consequences of his sinful nature, as a human being. Human beings do
not like experiencing God’s curse, that God declared in the Garden of Eden after Eve and
Adam disobeyed Him (Shelly & Miller, 2009). George can thus find the consolation in that
suffering is inherent for every human being because all have sinned against God.Case Study
on Death and Dying.Interpretation of George’s Suffering in Light of the Christian
NarrativeChristians believe that everything was created by God and Jesus was sent on earth
by God to represent God and enable humanity to feel and experience God through him.
Thus, as a Christian, George would construe his sickness as being the will of GOD. According
to Saybey (2016), such as being experienced by George is meant to bring people closer to
God and make humans understand the suffering Christ experienced. The death of Jesus
changes the whole experience of death. Even though death as per the worldview, is evil and
tragic, Jesus was able to defeat death on the cross.Case Study on Death and Dying.In the
Christian narrative, death is thus a defeated enemy. Humanity will conquer when Jesus
comes back as all people who died in Christ will resurrect. The Christian God is always
providing redemption and similarly will redeem and save humanity from death. Therefore,
human beings should remain close to God and always follow God’s teachings. Viewing
suffering as God’s will assists Christians to remain steadfast in their Faith, making the
Christian faith stronger. When Christians believe that suffering is because of their sins, a
person gets an opportunity to repent and turn their back to the sinful life, and their face
towards God (Shelly & Miller, 2009). God is very methodical and orderly as He allows
human beings to experience suffering to make them stop sinning in order to experience the
love of God. Even if there are people who may perceive their suffering as punishment from
God, this also indicates that God greatly loves human beings because He comes with ways to
encourage humans to lead their lives as per God’s purpose.Case Study on Death and
Dying.The end result is that even after death, Christians still have the hope of resurrection
the same way Jesus defeated death and resurrected. Therefore, this reasoning can help
George to reassess his life, repent, and go back to God and have faith that all the suffering he
might experience will cease after dying (Shelly & Miller, 2009). After repentance, George has
the hope of defeating death through resurrection when Christ comes for those who died in
Him.How the Christian Worldview Inform George’s View about the Value of His Life as a

3. Person?As per the Christian worldview, even when he is suffering from ALS, George is
supposed to perceive his life as a priceless gift from God, and thus only God has the
authority and right to take away a human life. Therefore, even with the fatal and unbearable
disease, George is supposed to endure the suffering and pain that comes with the disease
just like Christ did (Shelly & Miller, 2009). The agonizing experiences like the ones George is
undergoing are not supposed to make people decide to end their lives. Christians believe
that people should uphold their faith even when undergoing unbearable suffering.Case
Study on Death and Dying.Even in the face of an incapacitating and devastating disease such
as ALS, George remains a valuable human being in God’s eyes. Even in sickness, the life of
George is still priceless and a gift from the Almighty and there are good reasons why God
allowed George to suffer from ALS. George should, therefore, try to understand God’s
teachings through his sickness and use his condition and the teaching to further glorify God.
As per Christian worldview, George ought to continue enduring his current suffering while
respecting the fact that life is sacred and God-given and thus a very priceless and valuable
gift (Saybey, 2016).Case Study on Death and Dying. Values and Considerations the Christian
Worldview Focus on in Deliberating about Whether or Not George Should opt for
EuthanasiaThe values the Christian worldview to consider when making a decision if
George should undergo euthanasia or not, is the suffering is inherent in the life of human
beings and the same way Jesus suffered, people ought to accept suffering and let the will of
God to happen, just like Jesus did (Shelly & Miller, 2009). When Jesus was crucified on the
cross, he suffered immensely before he died and he even asked God to take away the
suffering He was experiencing if it was His will. It is, therefore, the will of God for George to
experience the current disease, and thus George should accept the suffering and ask God to
provide him with the strength to carry on. Moreover, since God sometimes uses suffering to
bring human beings closer to Him, George should try to figure out God’s teachings through
his sickness (Meilaender, 2013).Case Study on Death and Dying.The belief of life after death
is a major determining factor in how an individual views imminent death (Meilaender,
2013). Christianity views pain and death as the will of God and the resurrection of Jesus as
the hope that there is life after death. Therefore, George is supposed to perceive his life and
sicknCase Study on Death and Dying.ess as the will of God over his life. God is the giver of
life and only He should take away George’s life.Options that Would be Morally Justified in
the Christian Worldview for George and WhyThe option that is morally justified for George
as per the Christian worldview is for him to continue bearing the suffering and continue
living until when God decides to take away the pain and suffering through death.
Accordingly, the Christian worldview does not support euthanasia as an option. Life is a gift
from God and thus euthanasia equates to interfering with God’s plans for a human being
and this is both morally wrong and unacceptable in Christianity. Suffering is also inherent
for all human beings, being even Jesus suffered immensely while on earth so euthanasia is
not an option for any suffering Christian (Shelly & Miller, 2009).Case Study on Death and
Dying.My Decision if in George's SituationDespite being a Christian, in case I was
experiencing George’s suffering from a very painful and disabling disease like ALS, I would
consider the option of voluntary euthanasia. Euthanasia is against the teachings of
Christianity; however, as a nurse, I witness patients experiencing so much suffering

4. especially when facing terminal diseases. Accordingly, I would not want to undergo such
pain and suffering in the face of unavoidable death in the option of euthanasia is available.
The Bible indicates that God is very forgiving and understanding and hence no sin is
unforgivable, including euthanasia.Case Study on Death and Dying.ConclusionFrom
Christian’s perspective, life is a priceless gift from God and only the creator should take
away life. Suffering is a part and parcel of a human being and God uses suffering to bring
humanity closer to him and make them turn away from sin. From the Christian perspective,
George ought to accept his disease condition and the ensuing suffering as God’s will and try
to figure out what God is teaching him through the sickness. In Christianity, euthanasia is a
morally wrong option for George.Case Study on Death and Dying. Case Study: End of Life
DecisionsGeorge is a successful attorney in his mid-fifties. He is also a legal scholar, holding
a teaching post at the local university law school in Oregon. George is also actively involved
inhis teenage son’s basketball league,coaching regularly for their team. Recently, George has
experienced muscle weakness and unresponsive muscle coordination. He was forced to
seek medical attention after he fell andinjured his hip. After an examination at the local
hospital following hisfall, the attending physician suspected that George may be
showingearly symptoms for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative disease
affecting the nerve cells in the brain and spinalcord. The week following the initial
examination, further testingrevealed a positive diagnosis of ALS. ALS is progressive
andgradually causes motor neuron deterioration and muscle atrophy tothe point of
complete muscle control loss. There is currently no cure for ALS, and the median life
expectancy is between 3 and 4 years,though it is not uncommon for some to live 10 or more
years. The progressive muscle atrophy and deterioration of motor neurons leads to the loss
of the ability to speak, move, eat, and breathe. However, sight, touch, hearing, taste, and
smell are not affected. Patients will be wheelchair bound and eventually need permanent
ventilator support toassist with breathing.George and his family are devastated by the
diagnosis. George knows that treatment options only attempt to slow down the
degeneration, but the symptoms will eventually come. He will eventually be wheelchair
bound and be unable to move, eat, speak, or even breathe on his own. In contemplating his
future lifewith ALS,George begins to dread the prospect of losing his mobility and even
speech.He imagines his life in complete dependence upon others for basic everyday
functions and perceives the possibilityof eventually degenerating to the point at which he is
a prisoner in his own body. Would he be willing to undergo such torture, such loss of his
own dignity and power? George thus begins inquiring about thepossibility of voluntary
euthanasia.Case Study on Death and Dying.