[s9e21] Sleeping Monster Official

Three of Bailey’s patients develop MRSA infections and pass away following routine procedures.

Despite being cleared of medical malpractice, the trauma of being the source of the infection deeply affects Dr. Bailey, leading to a long-term struggle with OCD and anxiety in subsequent episodes. Opening Monologue Reflection [S9E21] Sleeping Monster

Owen Hunt continues to bond with and care for Ethan, a young boy whose parents remain in critical condition at the hospital. Three of Bailey’s patients develop MRSA infections and

The "sleeping monster" is revealed to be a combination of factors: Bailey is found to be an asymptomatic carrier of MRSA, but the infection only reached patients because of defective surgical gloves . The hospital had recently switched to a cheaper brand of gloves that had microscopic leaks. Key Subplots Opening Monologue Reflection Owen Hunt continues to bond

Cristina begins to tease Alex about his obvious, though unconfessed, feelings for Jo Wilson.