Also known as: Severe allergic reaction
Child presents with anaphylaxis at a birthday party, initially suspected to be from peanut allergy but later determined to be caused by dye in a napkin. The case becomes part of a larger investigation into possible mass hysteria among party attendees.
Also known as: Skin discoloration from dye exposure
Multiple children at a birthday party present with blue skin discoloration that mimics cyanosis, caused by dye from napkins rather than respiratory distress. Dr. Charles identifies this as a case of mass hysteria amplified by parental panic.
Also known as: Blood in chest cavity
Worker crushed by falling pallets develops hemothorax and runs of non-sustained ventricular tachycardia, requiring chest tube placement and cardiac monitoring during the nursing shortage crisis.
Also known as: Heart valve damage
Trauma patient requires modified Commando procedure to replace both aortic and mitral valves simultaneously due to critical damage and declining cardiac function. The surgery becomes the backdrop for Dr. Lenox's confrontation with Dr. Hayes about sexual harassment.
Also known as: Bacterial blood infection with spinal infection
Dr. Charles's mother's fiancé presents with numbness, back pain, and progressive shock. Eventually diagnosed with Pseudomonas infection that entered through compromised skin after a chemical peel, traveled to the spine creating an abscess. The case forces Dr. Charles to confront his judgments about his mother's relationship.
Also known as: Bone cancer
Patient initially thought to have a stress fracture is discovered to have aggressive osteosarcoma growing into her tibia when Dr. Frost orders an MRI. Early detection potentially saves her leg and life.
Also known as: Heart stopped
Dr. Charles's mother suffers sudden cardiac arrest while sleeping in the hospital, dying despite resuscitation efforts. This devastating event caps the episode's emotional arc involving their complicated relationship.