During preparation for removal of a nasogastric (NG) tube, the patient becomes anxious.Which action does the nurse take to reassure the patient?
A) Grasp the tube and remove it quickly.
B) Medicate the patient with an analgesic.
C) Tell the patient this procedure is painless.
D) Inform the patient that it only takes a few seconds.
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