Ep 4. What Life?

In ER season 2 episode 4 titled "What Life?", the doctors and nurses of County General are forced to confront the topic of mortality when a terrorist act brings a group of critically injured patients to the ER.

Dr. Greene (portrayed by Anthony Edwards) is stunned when he recognizes one of the victims as a former medical school classmate who he believed had died years ago. As he tries to do everything he can to save his friend's life, he also reflects on his own mortality and the choices he has made in his own life.

Meanwhile, Nurse Hathaway (portrayed by Julianna Margulies) is confronted with the harsh reality of caring for a terminally ill patient who has decided to end her own life. Hathaway struggles with her ethical and moral beliefs, and the decision ultimately leads her to question her role as a caregiver.

As the staff work tirelessly to treat the patients and save lives, they are reminded of the fragility of life and the importance of making every moment count. This poignant episode is a powerful reminder of the remarkable work that the doctors and nurses of County General do every day, and the impact that their work has on the lives of the patients and their loved ones.

Throughout "What Life?", the show expertly balances the heartbreak and intensity of the ER with moments of humor and lightheartedness. The relationships between the characters continue to deepen and evolve, and the viewer is left with a sense of awe and appreciation for the skill and dedication of everyone involved in the medical profession.