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Lonely 4-Year-Old Boy Awaits Heart Procedure Alone

2/27/2026

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Story summary
  • In January 2022, nurse Amy Beethe entered a pre-operation room and encountered a small, underweight 4-year-old boy awaiting heart catheterization.
  • The boy was alone, without a parent or guardian present.
  • He appeared fearful as he scanned the room.