You are a healthcare worker in a large hospital and have been on the job for 5
years. You really like your job, and you hope to move up the ladder over the next
few years when you complete your current degree. The hospital you work for
employs hundreds of workers, but only a few select people can access the
medication storage room. You have access to the room because of your
responsibility of dispensing medication to patients on your floor.
A friend of yours who also works at the hospital asks you if you can get them a few
painkillers to get them through their shift. You know that they have been prescribed
pain medication in the past for a car accident that resulted in back problems. Your
friend has only been on the job for 60 days and is still in their probationary period;
therefore, they cannot take time off with pay. Their family relies on them to pay
rent and food. All the other members of their family are currently out of work.
You know that you are not supposed to give your co-worker any medication, but
they are in a pinch and will not be able to finish their shift without it. You have been
friends for over 10 years, and you understand their family situation. Yo