Métodos para boa prática da eutanásia - revisão de literatura.

Abstract

Euthanasia is defined as the humanitarian practice of killing in a controlled way or still known as good death, which doesn’t cause pain and enable the least amount of stress and anxiety possible. In humans this practice is mostly forbidden, but in veterinary medicine it is accepted in some situations. This work presents a review of literature on euthanasia, the methods used, the agents, in which cases the use of this practice can be made, as also about the well being of the animal at the moment of the technique. In addition, it emphasizes the position and responsibility of the professional who will perform the technique and his professional ethics, being one of the most delicate situations that the Veterinarian may come across. It is important to clarify that it is illegal to delegate to a lay person and/or a non-qualified person to carry out this practice, what precautions may be taken with the possible psychological impact of the spectators and executor of the practice, what are the legal requirements for euthanasia and how to proceed appropriately in each species, where the ultimate goal of euthanasia may vary.