Chapter 7

Qin Chuan entered the observation room, and Ji Xia immediately came forward, anxiously asking, "Doctor, have the results for my mother come out yet?"

"Based on the information you provided and the patient's current symptoms, as well as the test results, the preliminary diagnosis is a pulmonary embolism. I will contact a respiratory specialist for a consultation to confirm the condition and determine the treatment plan," Qin Chuan said.

"Doctor, I don't understand what you're saying. I just want to know, how serious is it? Is it dangerous? When will my mother wake up?" Ji Xia asked.

"Don't be too anxious. This is a serious matter that can't be rushed. As you can see, the patient has recovered spontaneous heart rhythm, but she is still relying on a ventilator to breathe and remains in a coma. The situation is very dangerous," Qin Chuan said.

Unexpectedly, Ji Xia knelt down on the ground: "Doctor, please, you must save my mother. She is the only family I have left. If I lose her, I will be an orphan."

Qin Chuan quickly helped Ji Xia up: "Don't do that. We doctors will do our best, but you need to be prepared. Calm down, and I will go contact the respiratory specialist."

Not long after, the respiratory specialist, Dr. Zhao Hang, walked over.

"Doctor Qin, what's the situation?" Dr. Zhao asked, with a businesslike demeanor.

Qin Chuan didn't mind; the two of them weren't familiar, and such an attitude was normal. They were both busy like spinning tops every day, and being called over meant losing their midday rest, which was understandably frustrating. However, it generally didn't affect treating patients.

"There is a patient with a pulmonary embolism who has been in a coma. You are a respiratory specialist, so I had to trouble you to come. I apologize for the inconvenience," Qin Chuan said with a smile.

"It's no problem, no problem," Dr. Zhao said, his expression softening as he smiled at Qin Chuan.

Dr. Zhao took the X-rays from Qin Chuan, carefully examined them, and reviewed some of the test results. He then handed all the documents back to Qin Chuan: "The patient indeed has a pulmonary embolism. I recommend thrombolysis. However, since the patient is unconscious, this is a bit complicated. We need to explain the situation clearly to the family. If the treatment is done and the patient doesn't wake up, the family might cause trouble, and we would be in a difficult position."

"Doctor, please do what you think is best. Even if something happens, I won't blame the hospital," Ji Xia said.

"Alright, I will bring the consent form over, and you can sign it. We have already explained the risks to you. This treatment is risky and could lead to the patient's death in severe cases. If you have no objections, please sign here," Qin Chuan said, taking out the consent form.

When Ji Xia was about to sign, she hesitated: "Doctor, will it be dangerous?"

"There is a certain risk, but if we don't do it, the patient will definitely be in more danger and might never wake up. Even though it's not a guarantee, the chances of survival will increase significantly," Qin Chuan said.

Ji Xia thought for a moment, seeing Qin Chuan's earnest expression, and finally nodded: "Doctor, I trust you. Please proceed as you see fit," Ji Xia said.

Qin Chuan transferred the patient to the respiratory ICU for treatment. When he returned to the emergency department, Jiang Lingling had already been waiting at the emergency doctor's station with a box of food. She smiled when she saw Qin Chuan.

"Doctor Qin, you're finally here. It's so late, I was worried the food would get cold," Jiang Lingling said, handing the food box to Qin Chuan.

The food box was a brand new thermal container, which Jiang Lingling had specially bought for Qin Chuan. The food inside was not from the hospital cafeteria but from a nearby restaurant.

"Hey, if I had known, I wouldn't have gone to the cafeteria. It would have been great if a beautiful lady like you could bring it to me," He Xiaokang said.

"Stop dreaming," Gao Zhanting laughed.

"Are we not all colleagues? Lingling, what do you think?" He Xiaokang laughed.

"Sure. If Doctor He needs anything, just let me know," Jiang Lingling said, knowing He Xiaokang was teasing her. Her face turned red, but she stood there, trying to hide her embarrassment.

"Lingling, thank you so much. You're too kind," Qin Chuan said, taking the food box from Jiang Lingling.

"We're all colleagues, no need to be so formal. Eat quickly before it gets cold. I'm not sure if the dishes I ordered will suit your taste," Jiang Lingling said.

"You ordered them?" Qin Chuan asked.

"Oh, no, I chose them," Jiang Lingling's face turned red, "Eat up, and when you're done, just leave the box on the table. I'll come to clean it up later."

"Qin Chuan, you really are enviable," He Xiaokang said, looking at Jiang Lingling's retreating back.

"Envy him. There are still many single nurses and doctors in the hospital. You should make your move! But don't set your sights on Jiang Lingling; she already has someone in mind," Gao Zhanting said.

"Am I that kind of person? I'm not like some people who have their eyes set on the sky but are just one-sided. When I think about it, it's quite amusing," He Xiaokang said, subtly referring to Wu Xiaoming.

"Anyway, Qin Chuan, since Jiang Lingling is so nice to you, you shouldn't let her down. Maybe take her to see a movie or sing karaoke," Gao Zhanting said.

He Xiaokang immediately chimed in, "Why not treat everyone to a meal first and solidify our relationship internally?"

Qin Chuan didn't respond; the more he engaged, the more enthusiastic they became. He had been busy all morning and was quite hungry. Opening the food box, he realized the contents were definitely not from the cafeteria.

"Wow, when did the cafeteria start cooking such fragrant dishes?" He Xiaokang, with his sensitive nose, asked.

Qin Chuan started eating with large bites.

Gao Zhanting understood what was going on; she had seen Jiang Lingling run outside during lunch. She must have bought the food box and then gone out to cook for Qin Chuan, possibly without even eating herself.

"What a devoted girl," Gao Zhanting thought.

Qin Chuan didn't know all this, but he felt warm inside. Loving someone is heart-wrenching, but being loved is heart-warming, especially by someone as beautiful as Jiang Lingling.

Qin Chuan was really hungry and finished a large bowl of rice and a large bowl of vegetables. After eating, he let out a big burp.

"Qin Chuan, can you not tease me like that?" He Xiaokang complained.

"Teasing is good. There are still many young and beautiful nurses in the obstetrics and gynecology department. The quick ones get the prize, the slow ones miss out. When the good ones are taken, you'll have no one to blame but yourself. If you're interested, you can try to curry favor with me. I can help you out," Gao Zhanting laughed.

"Sister Zhanting, what would you like to eat? Just let me know," He Xiaokang immediately flattered her.

"Our department hasn't gathered for a while. How about we all meet up after work tonight?" Gao Zhanting said.

"Sure, no problem," He Xiaokang said.