While completing item 4 in the preoperative preparation section of the depicted checklist, the nurse notes that the patient depends on a hearing aid. What action should the nurse take?

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The nurse should leave the device in the patient's ear and notify the OR nurse of its presence. This will allow the OR team to take appropriate precautions during surgery to prevent damage to the device and ensure that the patient is able to hear properly during the procedure. Removing the device or placing tape across the ear could potentially cause discomfort or damage to the patient's hearing aid. Giving it to a family member could result in loss or damage.

While Completing Item 4 in the Preoperative Preparation Section of the Depicted