Chicago Med season 1 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a chaotic ER, the team handles multiple traumas, including an 18-year-old DUI suspect. Dr. Rhodes treats the suspect under police pressure for a DUI blood test, leading to Maggie's arrest for policy adherence. Dr. Halstead grapples with a DNR case, questioning legal and ethical lines. Dr. Manning misdiagnoses a baby with Shaken Baby Syndrome, later discovering a prenatal injury, reflecting on judgment and ethics in medicine. Dr. Charles aids Mr. Dietrich, uncovering his concealed depression, highlighting mental health stigma. The episode weaves through personal and systemic challenges in healthcare.
Full Episode S01E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What injury did the 18-year-old DUI suspect sustain?
The 18-year-old male suspected of DUI suffered bilateral pubic rami fractures and a potential pelvic hematoma.
Why was Maggie arrested?
Maggie was arrested for obstructing a police investigation by refusing to allow a DUI blood draw from a patient, in accordance with hospital policy.
What diagnosis did Dr. Manning initially give to the baby?
Dr. Manning initially diagnosed the baby with Shaken Baby Syndrome.
What was the actual cause of the baby's symptoms?
The baby's symptoms were actually caused by a prenatal injury due to a car accident the mother was in during pregnancy.
Did Mr. Dietrich attempt suicide?
Dr. Charles suspected that Mr. Dietrich attempted suicide by stepping in front of a car, which was later confirmed through a conversation revealing Mr. Dietrich's hidden depression.
What was Dr. Halstead's legal and ethical dilemma?
Dr. Halstead faced a moral and legal challenge regarding a patient's DNR order and his actions could potentially impact his job and medical license.