The Nurse Is Removing a Nasogastric Tube at the Bedside

The nurse is removing a nasogastric tube at the bedside of a client. Which steps are recommended for this procedure? Select all that apply.

A) Clamp the tube before removal.
B) Pull the tube harder if resistance is encountered.
C) Ask the client to hold his or her breath when pulling out the tube.
D) Pull out the tube slowly, and then quickly, when the client coughs.
E) Place the tube in a towel and discard in appropriate receptacle.