After obtaining an arterial blood sample from an arterial line, you would do all of the following except:

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Aspirating at least 5 ml of fluid or blood (dead space or waste) is typically done before obtaining the sample to ensure that the sample is not contaminated with saline or heparin from the line, not after obtaining the sample. The other options are correct post-procedure steps to ensure the line's patency and accuracy of the monitoring system.

After Obtaining an Arterial Blood Sample from an Arterial Line