Principles of Act
7 Principles of Act
The following principles are to be taken into account by a person in exercising a function under this Act:
human life is of fundamental importance;
every individual has inherent dignity and should be treated with compassion and respect;
an individual’s autonomy, including autonomy in relation to end of life choices, should be respected;
every individual approaching the end of their life should be provided with high quality, person-centred care and treatment, including palliative care, to minimise their suffering and maximise their quality of life;
an individual should be supported in making informed decisions about treatment and end of life choices;
individuals should be protected from coercion and exploitation;
an individual’s personal, cultural and religious beliefs and values should be respected.
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