Also known as: Bleeding after delivery
Vivian experienced life-threatening postpartum hemorrhage following emergency C-section after jumping from a pedestrian bridge at 23 weeks gestation, requiring emergency hysterectomy to save her life.
Also known as: Prenatal depression
Vivian jumped from a pedestrian bridge at 23 weeks pregnant after experiencing auditory hallucinations and severe depression during pregnancy that was dismissed as 'baby blues' by her OB. The episode explores peripartum mental health crisis and the resulting custody battle.
Also known as: Premature birth
Baby delivered at approximately 23 weeks gestation via emergency C-section after mother's suicide attempt. Infant required intubation for respiratory support and was fighting the ventilator, with viability concerns given gestational age.
Also known as: Morphine overdose
Pediatric patient initially presenting with abdominal pain was misdiagnosed with norovirus. She received 8mg morphine (adult dose) instead of prescribed 2mg due to medication error, resulting in severe sedation and altered mental status requiring Narcan reversal.
Also known as: PTSD
Sharon is experiencing visual hallucinations of her attacker Cassidy in her office, along with other symptoms of post-traumatic stress following her recent assault. She seeks consultation and is diagnosed with PTSI (post-traumatic stress injury) requiring cognitive behavioral therapy.
Also known as: Sprained ankle
Teen patient from sober living facility rolled her ankle during a basketball layup and came to ED for X-rays and treatment. This case led to discovery of falsified medical records by Dr. Collins.
Also known as: Alcoholism
Dr. Ripley is shown drinking heavily multiple nights in a row following his friend Sully's death, staying out late at bars and coming to work potentially impaired. Hannah expresses concern he is using alcohol to numb his grief.
Also known as: Broken bone
Adult patient with displaced fracture requiring splinting. Due to medication error, received only 2mg morphine instead of 8mg, resulting in severe pain during splint application.