Also known as: Alcohol withdrawal
Helen, a 52-year-old homeless nun, is brought to the ER after being found passed out behind a Trader Joe's. She has consumed multiple bottles of mouthwash and experiences a full withdrawal seizure. The staff discusses her history of multiple withdrawals and the increased risk of seizures. She ultimately leaves the hospital against medical advice.
Also known as: Alcoholism
Helen is a homeless nun with severe alcohol use disorder who has been found unconscious multiple times. She admits to drinking mouthwash and expresses that drinking makes her happy and helps her sleep, showing no desire to stop despite the medical consequences.
Also known as: Drug addiction in recovery
Jackie's ongoing recovery is central to the episode as she admits to Frank that she relapsed and took pills. This creates tension in their relationship as Frank searches for drugs and questions whether he can trust her. Jackie lies about discarding all drugs while secretly keeping some hidden.
Also known as: Back injury
Frank throws out his back, initially claiming it happened while trying to hook up free cable, but later admits he was actually searching for Jackie's hidden drugs. He refuses prescription pain medication and struggles with mobility throughout the episode.
Also known as: Foot wound
A patient comes to the ER after being stepped on by a horse while catching a ride on a horse carriage in Central Park. The injury requires X-ray and tetanus shot. Dr. Prentiss is frustrated at treating this minor case when major traumas are being diverted elsewhere.