The parents of an infant are members of a faith-healing group. They refuse to give the baby antibiotics for meningitis. What does the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend for cases such as this?

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the application of child abuse and neglect statutes in cases where parents refuse to provide necessary medical treatment for their child, even if it is due to religious beliefs. This is because the child's health and well-being should be prioritized over the parents' religious beliefs.

The Parents of an Infant Are Members of a Faith-Healing