The respiratory therapist has obtained a blood gas sample from the patient's radial artery and applied pressure to the site for 10 minutes. After removing any excess air from the syringe, the next step for proper handling of the blood sample is
A. adding liquid heparin to the sample.
B. placing the syringe in an ice bath.
C. shaking the sample continuously.
D. applying a pressure bandage.
Answer: B. placing the syringe in an ice bath.
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