A client's nasogastric tube has been discontinued and needs to be removed. Place in order the steps the nurse will perform to remove this tube
1. Place the tube in a plastic bag.
2. Ask the client to take a deep breath and to hold it.
3. Smoothly withdraw the tube.
4. Pinch the tube with the gloved hand.
5. Observe the intactness of the tube.
6. Apply clean gloves.
Correct Answer: 6, 2, 4, 3, 1, 5
Rationale: When removing a nasogastric tube, the nurse should: (1) apply clean gloves; (2) ask the client to take a deep breath and to hold it; (3) pinch the tube with the gloved hand; (4) smoothly withdraw the tube; (5) place the tube in a plastic bag; and (6) observe the intactness of the tube.
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