If the circumstances of Dr. Khalili's case were examined and judged according to the utilitarian approach, it would not be a crime, in fact it would become legislation that one could choose to end one's life with the help of a trusted healthcare professional to relieve the pain, suffering and unhappiness associated with an incurable illness, or any illness or painful situation that would reduce quality of life and would cause pure misfortune. It may even involve ending all suffering, through personal choice, when there is simply no hope of happiness. Thus, this decision would have been deemed appropriate according to the utilitarian approach. Additionally, as baby boomers begin to experience end-of-life issues, this may become a necessary solution to end suffering during caregiver shortages..