What is permitted in an emergency situation regarding access codes?

In an emergency situation, it may be necessary to allow someone to use a terminal quickly to address urgent needs. Thus, asking someone to sign off to use their terminal is an acceptable practice under very specific conditions where immediate action is required, and it is done with the proper oversight or permission to ensure that sensitive information remains secure.

This approach maintains a level of accountability, as it requires a documented action rather than casual sharing or bypassing established protocols, ensuring that the integrity and security of data are still prioritized, even in urgent circumstances.

The other options involve sharing access indiscriminately or bypassing necessary security protocols, which can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and violate legal and ethical guidelines governing data protection.