Also known as: Narcotic overdose
Charlie, a recurring character (friend from rehab), overdoses on Vicodin and Jackie must revive him using cold water to prevent death from respiratory depression. He subsequently agrees to return to Wexler rehab for his fifth attempt at treatment.
Also known as: Difficulty swallowing
87-year-old woman presents with one week of difficulty swallowing and elevated blood pressure. She requests elective tonsillectomy, stating if cancer is found she has no intention of treating it as she is ready to join her deceased husband.
Also known as: Diabetic nerve damage
Zoey mentions her diabetic nerve damage causing her sweat glands to sometimes not work properly during a heatwave in the hospital, illustrating her ongoing management of type 1 diabetes.
Also known as: Hip deterioration
Professional dancer on tour with Lady Gaga presents with hip injury from rehearsal. Hip resurfacing is deemed inadequate and total hip replacement is recommended, which she initially resists due to her young age and career concerns.
Also known as: Heroin addiction
Charlie's chronic opioid addiction drives the episode's opening crisis. This is his fifth rehab admission, demonstrating the recurring nature of his substance use disorder and its impact on Jackie's recovery support network.