An older adult client's small bowel obstruction has resolved, and the intestinal decompression tube has been prescribed for removal. When performing this nursing action, what should the nurse prioritize when removing a nasointestinal tube?

Aspirate the tube while removing it in order to normalize pressure.

Change from continuous to intermittent suction during removal.

Remove the tube slowly to avoid injuring the client.

Instill a small amount of water to provide lubrication while withdrawing the tube.