Implementation by nitrogen gas has been discussed in the US in recent years has become legal in some states a method. This method is said to be more humane and painless than other execution methods. But is there any scientific basis for this claim?

Come on, this How the execution method works Let’s take a closer look together. Because it seems that it will be used extensively in America in the future.

Let’s start with the first question that comes to mind: wasn’t there another method?

Authorities started killing death row inmates almost 40 years ago. use a poison needle It was started and has since become the most commonly used method of execution in the 27 states where the death penalty is legal.

Around 2009, access to the drugs used to administer lethal injections became difficult, and states turn to alternative medicine started. This change has been associated with an increase in procedure-related complications.

The American prisoner has already been sentenced to death by lethal injection in 2022, but… due to the inability of authorities to provide intravenous access His execution was postponed. The US, which wants to test a new and effective tool on prisoners, is a last resort. Nimplementation of itrogen decided.

How exactly does this process work?

When you think of execution by gas, don’t immediately think of the prisoner being locked in a room and filled with gas. Because in this process the prisoner through a breathing mask nitrogen gas was given. As you can guess, during this process the person whose execution decision is made is tied to the bed.

nitrogen hypoxia Also known as ‘Breaking’, this condition forces the person to inhale only nitrogen, depriving him of the oxygen necessary to maintain his bodily functions.

Some authorities believe that the person may die shortly after the procedure. you will lose consciousness and says it is more humane than other methods of execution, but it seems not everyone agrees.

Some doctors wonder whether a person will lose consciousness or become unconscious if exposed to high concentrations of nitrogen gas. when do you lose He said they couldn’t pinpoint it exactly.

Another question: is the procedure painful?

Smith’s execution could amount to torture, United Nations experts said in a press release. “Nitrogen hypoxia with a painful and humiliating death “We are concerned about the outcome.” He expressed it with his words. Doctors, before execution While he couldn’t say for sure what would happen to Smith, the possibilities concerned many.

Because experts, If the mask is not attached securely enough He says oxygen can leak in, prolonging death. Considering the stress a person may feel before the execution; It is necessary to remember that fear or anxiety should not be ignored.

So whether this process is painful or not? Not sure yet. It seems that we will only see this in the coming periods.

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