"My ethics were tested during my second year of medical school. A classmate asked me to help him cheat on a test because he did not have time to study. Even though we were friends, I told him I could not ethically help him cheat and that, as future physicians, we are held to a higher standard. After that, I found it very hard to be friends with him since I do not condone that behavior. Being honest and professional is always at the top of my mind as a resident in training; you can be assured that I would never compromise the reputation of your program, patients, or institution."

The first thing you need to remember when answering this question is that the interviewers are looking for a direct example of a time your ethics were tested. Before your interview, think of a time this happened to you, and you proved that you could overcome it. Some examples could be witnessing someone cheat or steal or someone asking you to do something you knew was morally wrong. No matter how you answer, reiterate that you would come to this nuclear medicine residency with high moral standards and integrity.