I think many people would agree here. Sure people may think those in a vegetative state are alive but they’re not, not really. Besides, people have living wills on covering what should be done if they’re in such situations.
The Lone Girl in a Crowd
The thoughts and perceptions of an aspiring writer on life and the world around her
The Lone Girl in a Crowd 
So very important to discuss end of life care and to have a living will. The author is right, the terms are very confusing to grieving families and the public and need to be clarified. So many misunderstandings about hospice care as well.