The hypothesis posited in this research project concerns healthcare worker reluctance to observe patient autonomy regarding end-of-life decisions. Questions and difficulties arise as we try to strike a balance between the traditional duty of a physician to preserve life and the principle of patient autonomy in deciding when to end their life, and requesting medical assistance to do so.

In this regard, the goal of the project is to offer an initial overall picture of the experience of healthcare professionals working in Catalonia as the LORE legislation comes into effect, in order to build upon our knowledge and formulate proposals for improvement.