A newborn is born with a lethal chromosome defect. He is unable to suck sufficiently to maintain life. He has episodes of crying that occur every 2% hours and are relieved by tube feeding. Which of the following best describes the most appropriate clinical approach?
A) Feed by mouth only
B) Feed by whatever means necessary to maintain comfort
C) Give foods according to normal caloric requirement for age
D) Withhold feeding because of the severity of the diagnosis
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