Also known as: Breast cancer
Maggie is undergoing chemotherapy for metastatic adenocarcinoma while continuing to work as the E.D. charge nurse. She keeps her diagnosis secret from colleagues and receives treatment at a different facility. During the power outage, she experiences fever and nearly faints while treating patients in isolation, raising concerns about her immunocompromised state.
Also known as: Broken pelvis
Paramedic injured in ambulance crash who develops life-threatening hemorrhage into his pelvis, leading to abdominal compartment syndrome. Medical student Steve performs emergency bedside laparotomy during the power outage, then uses REBOA (Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta) when the patient codes.
Also known as: Heart attack
Patient presents with chest pain and is found to have 70% stenosis in two vessels with decreased left ventricular function. Dr. Marcel performs coronary artery bypass surgery off-pump during the hospital power outage, requiring the surgical team to work on a beating heart without electricity.
Also known as: GSW to arm
16-year-old shot through the right forearm into the flank while waiting for the bus. Trapped in elevator during power outage with active bleeding and deteriorating vitals. Dr. Manning performs emergency intubation and manages his care until power is restored.
Also known as: Mass hysteria
Three high school students present with seizures, involuntary movements, fever, and nausea initially attributed to a gas leak at their school. Dr. Charles diagnoses mass psychogenic illness driven by extreme academic pressure and stress about college admissions. Successfully treats with placebo (Tic Tacs).
Also known as: Head trauma
Dr. Manning returns to work four weeks after suffering a traumatic brain injury in a car accident. She experiences ongoing memory loss affecting her feelings and relationships, particularly regarding her engagement to Phillip that she doesn't remember accepting.