"Theft is to dishonestly appropriate property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving the other of it."
The only word within that definition which can be disputed in this case is 'dishonestly'.
Were your actions dishonest? Well, only you know that, but if you asked permission and were given permission to take the items by a doctor and a nurse, then possibly not. Did the doctor and the nurse have the authority to give you permission or did you believe they had?
If your actions were totally honest and you believe you had been given permission to take the items then there is no case to answer. You need a statement off the doctor and the nurse confirming they gave you permission. The police should obtain these as part of their investigation. If they haven't done so then they aren't doing their job properly as there are outstanding witnesses still to be seen.
You really do need a solicitor's help and one should have been present when you were formally interviewed unless you declined the offer...which would have been very foolish.
They can't caution you if there is no evidence a crime has been committed and no likelihood of a successful prosecution.
Based on the information you have just given I would reject the caution (but get a solicitor to advise first). If you reject the caution, based on what you have said, it is unlikely the CPS will take the matter to court...no dishonesty - no theft.
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