Also known as: GSW
A bystander caught in crossfire presents with a gunshot wound to the head with the bullet still lodged inside. He becomes hypotensive, begins herniating, and dies despite treatment attempts by both Dr. O'Hara and Dr. Cooper. This case serves as a backdrop for the rivalry between the two doctors competing for Chief of the ER.
Also known as: High blood pressure
Lou Babiak's uncontrolled hypertension (due to inability to afford medications after losing insurance) causes him to fall repeatedly, resulting in a broken wrist and chipped tooth. He also presents with suicidal ideation. Jackie illegally prescribes him a year's worth of medication.
Also known as: Broken wrist
Lou sustains a broken wrist from falling due to uncontrolled hypertension. This injury is part of his larger presentation involving loss of insurance and inability to manage his chronic condition.
Also known as: Suicide attempt
After being discharged, Lou returns to the ER expressing that he feels like he's 'gonna do something stupid' and mentions potentially sticking his head in an oven. Jackie advocates for him to receive an emergency psychiatric evaluation despite administrative barriers.
Candace/Cantasha brings her daughter Natasha to the ER claiming she has chronic asthma and cannot breathe. However, Dr. O'Hara's examination reveals normal breathing function, and it's implied this is a fraudulent claim to obtain more government assistance through repeated hospital visits.