Introduction: the politics of euthanasia: an introduction -- 1. The political and ethical dimensions of euthanasia: some critical reflections for the nursing profession -- 2. Euthanasia and the law: some implications for nurses -- 3. Euthanasia in a multicultural society: some important considerations for nurses. -- 4. Euthanasia and its implications for the bedside nurse -- 5. Conclusion: taking a position on the euthanasia question -- Appendices
