Death/Dying Medical Technology Discussion
Appendix E – Death and Dying
- No single word responses (at least 100+ words for each response)
- Give at least 1 example.
- Cite resources, APA formatting (7th ed).
- Give the questions some thought and answer honestly.
- Number your answers to correspond with the question.
Questions:
- Describe the location age and reasons most people in the United States die today. Use and cite resources.
- What are advances in medical technology that impact chronic illnesses and ultimately dying? Give examples.
- In your opinion, what is the difference between death and dying? Give examples.
- Identify characteristics of what a good death might be for yourself. Include characteristics that are related to your culture.
- What age do you wish to live to and why?
- I do not wish to die before, but I do wish to die before…Support your answer.
RUBRIC:
- Thoroughness: 1) All components of questions answered 2) Answers relevant to topic 3) Clear logic and smooth transitions.
- Support for Answer(s): 1) References* included AND/OR 2) Examples provided *References REQUIRED for non-opinion-based questions.
- Mandates: 1) Meets minimum length requirements.
- Mechanics of Writing: 1) Correct spelling 2) Correct grammar/punctuation 3) Accurate APA format for citations and references.