During the Weber test, the nurse determines that the patient hears the sound of a tuning fork equally in each ear. Which action by the nurse is appropriate based on this assessment finding?

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The Weber test is a quick screening test for hearing. It involves placing a vibrating tuning fork on the midline of the head and asking the patient where they hear the sound. Hearing the sound equally in both ears is considered a normal finding, indicating that there is no lateralization of sound, which suggests that hearing is either normal or equally diminished in both ears.

During the Weber Test, the Nurse Determines That the Patient