Which option reflects the nurse's primary obligation to the patient?
1. To provide continuous monitoring of the patient
2. To follow the physician's orders promptly
3. To exercise nursing judgment and intervene on behalf of the patient
4. To ensure that the patient is as comfortable as possible
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Rationale: All of these options reflect care provided by the nurse. The primary obligation is to exercise nursing judgment and interventions to help move the patient toward optimal health. This reflects independent critical thinking.
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