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Private Practice

Private PracticeABC

Season 6, Episode 2

6 medical diagnoses portrayed

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Also known as: Pancreatic tumor

Death

A patient's mother died from pancreatic cancer. Pete Wilder provided end-of-life care, using acupuncture for chemotherapy-induced nausea and ensuring she died peacefully at home as she wished.

Cardiac arrestsupporting

Also known as: Heart stopped

A patient experienced cardiac arrest at home while cooking. Paramedics and Pete Wilder performed multiple rounds of CPR and defibrillation over 20 minutes to successfully resuscitate her.

Also known as: Pedophilia

Suicidal ideationSuicide attempt

Nick reveals to Dr. Sheldon Wallace that he has sexual attraction to young girls, particularly his 8-year-old goddaughter. He has never acted on these urges but experiences intrusive thoughts and fantasies. This leads to severe depression and a suicide attempt.

Also known as: Tylenol poisoning

Risk of liver failure

Nick intentionally overdosed on acetaminophen before his therapy session with Dr. Wallace as a suicide attempt. His blood levels indicated risk of complete liver failure, requiring emergency hospitalization.

Also known as: Suicide attempt

Suicide attempt via drug overdose

Nick presents to Dr. Wallace stating he plans to kill himself because he believes he is a 'monster' due to his pedophilic attractions and sees no other solution. He proceeds to attempt suicide during the session.

Also known as: Twins

Charlotte is pregnant with triplets and experiencing severe physical and emotional distress. She describes excessive eating, frequent urination, and anxiety about her changing body and impending motherhood.

Private Practice — S06E02Patient: Charlotte King
Recurring storyline