While at work in the day care, accidentally hear your supervisor discussing a student and how the student is HIV positive. Walking briskly away without mentioning the incident to anyone. This student is in the same class as the children of a few friends of yours, and knowing that there are times that there may be scrapes, bruises, and cuts on the playground or in the classroom. You have a very close relationship with your friends’ children.
What are the ethical considerations involved in this situation? Who could be affected by any action that you do or do not take?
What are the perspectives of the persons involved? How might various persons be affected by your actions or in actions?
What laws are applicable in this situation?
What decision would you ultimately make in this situation? Support your answer with rationale from your previous discussion about the ethical considerations, perspectives, and applicable laws.