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 their breath when pulling out the tube.
D. Pull out the tube slowly and place it in a towel.
E. Discard the tube in an appropriate receptacle.