章 292: 【292】So Teacher Fu is here too

"Ah—" Doctor Kim exhaled deeply, hands on her hips, finding the situation too difficult, far too difficult.

Every time a doctor saves a life, it's an exceedingly rare and difficult achievement. Saving lives isn't just about exerting effort; it requires special mental engagement. Being smart isn't enough; it takes an incredibly strong heart to maintain a mentality that must not, under any circumstances, collapse.

Fear and dread—are not exclusive to medical students; even established doctors experience them. Doctor Kim admitted to herself that she would have been too scared to make the incision, preferring to wait for the thoracic surgery team to arrive for support.

But the thing is, cardiac tamponade doesn't respond well to heart compressions or similar measures—in medical textbooks, they're even contraindicated. Pushing on the heart is akin to gambling, with slim hopes akin to comforting oneself a little more.