Nitrogen Execution Method Used for the First Time in US History

Execution by nitrogen gas has been discussed in the USA in recent years and has become legal in some states a method. It is claimed that this method is 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 looks like it will be used frequently in America in the future.

Let’s start with the first question that comes to mind: Was there no other method?

Authorities began killing death row inmates nearly 40 years ago. use poison needle It had begun and has since become the most widely 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 turning to alternative medicines started. This change has been associated with an increase in procedure-related complications.

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

So how exactly does this process work?

When you think of execution by gas method, do not immediately think of the prisoner being locked in a room and filled with gas. Because in this process, the prisoner through 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 This condition, which is also known as ‘Dr.,’ forces the person to breathe only nitrogen, depriving him of the oxygen needed to maintain his body functions.

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

Some doctors wonder whether a person will lose consciousness or become unconscious when exposed to high concentrations of nitrogen gas. when will you lose He said that they could not determine it exactly.

Another question: Is the procedure painful?

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

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

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

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