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The sterile hum of the ER faded into background noise as Dr. McKay knelt beside the bed. Her ginger hair tied back, she focused on the silent, young patient. With gentle precision, she began dressing the arm wound, her expression softening. 'Hey there. Can you tell me your name?' she asked, hoping for a response.