The "Baby Fae" Case Shows That

question 16

Multiple Choice

The "Baby Fae" case shows that

• A) the establishment of research ethics boards by itself cannot prevent unethical research practices.
• B) animal-to-human organ transplants are feasible.
• C) parents may not have their babies' best interests in mind when they make medical decisions.
• D) doctors discriminate against disabled infants.
• E) euthanasia of seriously disabled infants should be considered seriously.

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