During Preparation for Removal of a Nasogastric (NG)tube,the Patient Becomes

Multiple Choice

During preparation for removal of a nasogastric (NG) tube,the patient becomes anxious.Which action should the nurse take to reassure the patient before removing the NG tube?

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.