Which of the following legislation allows physicians to legally withhold treatment, including food and water, from infants who are chronically and irreversibly comatose?
A. Federal Child Abuse Amendments
B. Parens patriae
C. Best interest of the child act
D. Safe haven law
E. Abandoned infant act
Answer: A
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