While completing item number 4 in the preoperative preparation section of the form provided below, 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 hearing aid device in the patient's ear and notify the OR nurse of its presence. This is important because the patient relies on the device for improved hearing and may have difficulty communicating without it. The OR nurse can address any necessary precautions or adjustments to ensure the safety of the patient and the device during surgery.

While Completing Item Number 4 in the Preoperative Preparation Section