7Principles 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: (a) human life is of fundamental importance; (b) every individual has inherent dignity and should be treated with compassion and respect; (c) an individual’s autonomy, including autonomy in relation to end of life choices, should be respected; (d) 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; (e) an individual should be supported in making informed decisions about treatment and end of life choices; (f) individuals should be protected from coercion and exploitation; (g) an individual’s personal, cultural and religious beliefs and values should be respected.