SOC 101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Terri Schiavo Case, Feeding Tube, Eating Disorder
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We will take a look at the terri schiavo case to discuss medical decision-making. In 1990, she collapsed in her home, going into full cardiac arrest. Terri schiavo struggled with an eating disorder for most of her adult life. She suffered massive brain damage due to lack of oxygen. 1990: terri is in a coma; she is in a vegetative state. 1998: michael asks the courts to remove her feeding tube. 2001: feeding tube is removed; reinserted several days later. 2005: feeding tube is disconnected; terri dies. Terri schiavo"s story raises an important question: Using census data, we will explore three trends affecting the family: Look for the high and low numbers in a category. Using a data set, make an accurate statement. 4. 3% of all men 25 years old and over were living alone in 1960. 14. 8% of all women 25 years old and over were living alone in 2000.
