Also known as: Neck injury
Doug Ross sustains a whiplash injury from a car accident with a taxi driver, requiring a cervical collar and x-rays showing reversal of cervical lordosis suggesting acute ligamentous injury.
Also known as: Antifreeze poisoning
15-year-old patient presents with altered mental status after drinking antifreeze. Initially appears intoxicated but toxicology reveals ethylene glycol poisoning requiring urgent treatment with ethanol loading due to pharmacy shortage, followed by renal consultation.
Also known as: Mini-stroke
Patient experiencing recurrent TIAs with right arm weakness and speech difficulties. Her HMO physician initially refuses admission despite multiple episodes, creating conflict over appropriate care standards.
Also known as: GSW
18-month-old child with two gunshots to right upper leg, presenting hypotensive with cold right foot and no pulse indicating femoral artery injury requiring emergency surgery.
Also known as: Antabuse reaction
Patient presents with severe reaction mimicking myocardial infarction after his wife secretly gives him Antabuse while he continues drinking. Life-threatening interaction requires intensive management.
Also known as: Major injuries from car accident
Motor vehicle accident victim with multiple injuries including bilateral hemopneumothoraces, probable flail chest, fractured left femur, and rigid abdomen. Requires chest tube placement and intensive resuscitation.
Also known as: Blood around the heart
Trauma patient with ankle fracture develops cardiac tamponade during reduction attempt when a rib punctures the heart, requiring emergency thoracotomy and innovative Foley catheter balloon technique to control bleeding.
Also known as: DKA
Patient in coma found to have DKA requiring insulin drip and metabolic management.
Also known as: Intimate partner violence
Patient and her son are victims of domestic violence from alcoholic husband. Dr. Greene identifies the abuse pattern and is legally obligated to report to police.