The following steps explain how to remove a nasogastric or nasoenteric feeding tube (NG tube/RT tube) at home, based on information from Mayo Clinic Patient Education:
Steps for Removing Your Nasal Feeding Tube
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Prepare Your Environment: Sit down and lean over a trash can or sink. Have a towel ready to wipe your mouth or nose if needed.
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Remove Tape: First, remove the tape from your nose that secures the tube.
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Grasp and Remove: Grab the tube right outside your nostril. In one swift motion, pull the tube out.
