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A group of ER residents navigate medical crises and personal drama amid a divisive allegation at their Miami hospital.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    PULSE Season 1 Episode 1 - Abby
    6.5/10(542 votes)

    S1:E1

    As a hurricane bears down on Miami, things are equally stormy in the Maguire ER, where a serious allegation has opened rifts between the residents.

    Director:Kate Dennis
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. PULSE Season 1 Episode 2 - Alone Time
    7.0/10(405 votes)

    S1:E2

    The worsening storm overwhelms the ER, forcing Danny to make tough choices. Tom must rise to the occasion when someone close to him is injured.

    Director:Kate Dennis
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. PULSE Season 1 Episode 3 - Power
    7.1/10(367 votes)

    S1:E3

    As the hospital's backup generators run low, Dr. Cruz worries for Vero's safety. Sophie and Camila risk it all to save a patient in danger.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. PULSE Season 1 Episode 4 - Treat ‘Em and Street ‘Em
    7.2/10(349 votes)

    S1:E4

    With the ER at capacity post-storm, Danny struggles to balance a full caseload and the arrival of a new attending — who has a history with Xander.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. PULSE Season 1 Episode 5 - Nothing Personal
    7.2/10(339 votes)

    S1:E5

    A charismatic sheriff's deputy sets his sights on Danny. A young patient's demanding parents make things hard for Harper. Sophie faces a moral dilemma.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. PULSE Season 1 Episode 7 - Choices
    7.2/10(322 votes)

    S1:E7

    Danny and Sam undergo Dr. Cruz's scrutiny as she prepares to choose next year's chief resident. Camila looks for clues to a girl's mysterious illness.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. PULSE Season 1 Episode 8 - Retreat
    7.2/10(307 votes)

    S1:E8

    As they await an interview with HR, Danny and Xander reckon with their painful past. A crisis brings Tom's divided loyalties to light.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. PULSE Season 1 Episode 6 - Homestead
    7.4/10(331 votes)

    S1:E6

    A hometown visit to their difficult father reopens fault lines between Danny and Harper. Tom and Dr. Soriano's day off takes an unexpected turn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. PULSE Season 1 Episode 10 - Kennedy
    7.4/10(407 votes)

    S1:E10

    Xander comes clean about what really happened at his former hospital. A new academic year brings a new chief resident — and new challenges in the ER.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. PULSE Season 1 Episode 9 - The Last Shift
    7.7/10(321 votes)

    S1:E9

    A nightclub fire floods the ER with patients. With Danny's career hanging in the balance, Dr. Cruz must make a difficult decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Abby" is the worst rated episode of "PULSE". It scored 6.5/10 based on 542 votes. Directed by Kate Dennis and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/3/2025. This episode scored 0.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Alone Time".