Also known as: Collapsed lung
13-year-old boy who crashed a snowmobile into a fence develops a pneumothorax requiring chest tube placement. Initially diagnosed using ultrasound showing absence of lung sliding, then confirmed radiographically.
Also known as: Perforated intestine
15-year-old snowmobile accident victim initially appeared stable but developed rigid abdomen with fever indicating bowel perforation (likely colonic/diverticular based on peritoneal seeding pattern) requiring emergency surgery. This case drives conflict between Gates and Ray about clinical judgment.
Also known as: Dislocated jaw
Female patient with jaw dislocation described as an 'oral occupational injury' requiring reduction from posterior approach for better leverage.
Also known as: Broken jaw
30-year-old hockey dad struck in face by slap shot with fractured jaw, multiple broken teeth, and respiratory distress requiring emergency cricothyroidotomy for airway management.
Also known as: Scarring of the lungs
60-year-old man with fibrotic lungs causing inadequate expansion and poor oxygenation. This patient is revealed to be Abby's estranged father, making this a major character-driven storyline rather than just a medical case.