It's Bank Holiday weekend, but for the team at Barnsley Casualty it's business as usual. They're bracing themselves for a chaotic day and in charge of the shift is Sister Jane alongside Consultant James Griffiths. To make matters worse Barnsley are playing a key football match and once it's over they expect the patient numbers to suddenly rise.
The first emergency is on its way: 52-year-old Maggie is being rushed in after a serious car crash. Doctor Griffiths started treating this patient before he even clocked on, as the accident happened near to where he lives. Maggie has the bone disease osteoporosis, and it's suspected that she's badly broken her leg.
Over in Minors is the latest addition to the Barnsley Casualty team: Emergency Nurse Practitioner Clare. Her next patient is 70-year-old Stephen, who's suffered a deep wound to his head after falling over while walking his neighbour's dog. Emergency Nurse Practitioner Clare needs to remove every piece of grit embedded in his skin to avoid the wound becoming infected.
Back in the Hub, Sister Jane is trying to coordinate a crowded department, while Doctor Griffiths is wading through a sea of patients. His next is 26-year-old Jordan who's hurt his hand while riding a motocross bike. If he has broken a bone, it could have a major effect on his livelihood.
In paediatrics is another casualty of a sunny weekend. Nine-year-old Harrison has come in with dad Nathan, after being badly sunburnt from a day at the beach. Advanced Nurse Practitioner Liam is on hand to look after him.
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