The patient refuses to take off her diamond wedding band prior to going to the operating room.What action should the nurse take first?

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Taping the ring will protect the ring and secure it to the finger.Care must be taken not to wrap the tape too tightly.The nurse will also need to document the presence of the ring on the preoperative checklist or in the nurse's notes.There is no need for a signature on a waiver.Most facilities have policies in which the patient signs a release of responsibility for valuables.There is no need to notify the surgical team of the presence of the ring.

The Patient Refuses to Take Off Her Diamond Wedding Band