New Amsterdam season 5 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "New Amsterdam," Lauren struggles with revealing her sobriety to her sister, while Dr. Reynolds faces his own patient challenges. Iggy uses a dating app, seeking companionship. Max teaches Luna about safety, and Nurse Trudy navigates a misunderstanding with a travel nurse. The hospital deals with rare sodium nitrate poisoning cases. Iggy's outdoor therapy session turns into a lesson about reliance on technology. Nurse Andrea's arrest for a medical error causes a ripple of fear. Max proposes a co-op solution for a problematic building, and Lauren's confrontation with her sister about her sobriety and past decisions leads to a fallout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Lauren hesitant to tell her sister about her sobriety?
Lauren hasn't found the right moment to tell her sister she is sober and is unsure how she will react.
What issue does Dr. Reynolds face?
Dr. Reynolds is struggling as a patient and is told he's the worst patient ever.
Why is Iggy on a dating app?
Iggy is seeking companionship and doesn't want to go through life alone.
How does Max teach Luna about safety?
Max teaches Luna to be careful with her grabby hands while cooking, emphasizing watching with eyes, not hands.
What is the situation with the travel nurse and Nurse Trudy?
A travel nurse mistakes Trudy for someone else and they have a playful conversation about names and cocktails.
What do the Bloom sisters plan to do together?
Lauren and her sister plan to eat their childhood favorite dumplings and reminisce about the past.
What unusual medical cases arrive at the hospital?
The hospital receives several cases of rare sodium nitrate poisoning.
What is Iggy's reason for taking his group outdoors?
Iggy takes his therapy group on a hike to connect with nature and experience therapy outside the hospital.
What legal trouble does Nurse Andrea face?
Nurse Andrea is arrested for a medical error, leading to fear among hospital staff.
How does Max Goodwin try to defend nurses?
Max argues against criminalizing medical errors, stating that admitting mistakes is crucial for learning in medicine.
What is the initial reaction to Max's building repair plan?
Residents resist Max's plan due to the proposed rent increase, despite the necessary repairs.
What lesson does Iggy's group learn in the woods?
Iggy's group learns about self-sufficiency and the impact of over-reliance on phones when they get lost in the woods.
What causes the argument between the Bloom sisters?
The argument is sparked by Lauren's hidden sobriety and past decisions, leading to a fallout with her sister.
What impact does the fear of legal action have at the hospital?
The staff's fear of legal action leads to hesitancy in making medical decisions, negatively affecting patient care.
What solution does Max propose for the building's residents?
Max suggests converting the building into a co-op, allowing residents to own and manage it, despite an increase in monthly costs.
