Q: Skin lumps are less likely to be sinister if they are slow growing, meaning they don’t perceptibly change from one month to the next. Fast-growing lumps are called aggressive tumors. These often have the ability to spread to other parts of your cat's body. These types of lumps grow so quickly that you can often see a change from week to week. When you first find a lump, measure it with a ruler and record the measurement. Repeat the measuring process every week so that you can establish if the lump is changing or not. A lump that sits discretely on the surface of the skin, has a definite border, and is not infiltrating the surrounding tissues is more likely to be a wart, cyst, or harmless skin mass than skin cancer. Skin cancer more often is embedded in the skin and the mass of it can be felt under the skin. Black pigment in a pale skinned animal is a warning sign when it comes to skin cancer. Dark pigment is frequently associated with more serious cancers such as malignant melanoma, thus a dark-colored lump must never be ignored. Skin cancer can cause irritation, which means that your cat might scratch or chew on the lump to relieve that irritation. Some of the more serious cancers, such as mast cell cancer, contain histamine granules that can make the lump very itchy. Cancerous lumps tend to look inflamed, which means that the skin looks pinker than the surrounding tissue. When you first find a lump, look at the tissue surrounding it and see if that area is red or inflamed.  In the early stages of squamous cell carcinoma, non-pigmented skin becomes inflamed and looks darker pink than the surrounding skin. The skin will take on a scaly appearance and it can be mistaken for ringworm.  Ulceration means that the lump breaks open and becomes a wound. If you notice this, seek medical help for your cat. Cancerous lumps often take on irregular shapes. This means that they lack a round shape, as regular lumps are generally round. The lump instead infiltrates deeply into the skin, so that the skin appears “glued” down to the tissue beneath. With squamous cell carcinoma, if your cat continues to lie in the sun, the inflamed areas may take on an angry red color. There is also a chance that the skin will begin to erode; if this happens, ulcers will begin to form. If the cancer affects an ear, the edge of the ear may become irregular in shape, almost as if small bites have been taken out of it.
A: Check the growth rate of a lump. Assess whether the lump is under the skin or above it. Look for dark pigment on the lump. Watch to see if your cat scratches or chews at the lump. Monitor for any inflammation or ulceration. Look for irregularly shaped lumps. See if the skin becomes darker in color.

Article: Instead of just telling someone what to do, try to empower them to make their own choices. Ask them to brainstorm some options with you. Not only will this help you better understand the problem, but it will give that person more ownership over their choices. For example, if they are struggling between two dresses, ask them things like: "What dress do you feel most confident in?" or "Which dress is the most comfortable to wear?" Try not to sound bossy or like a know-it-all. Share your opinion, but make it clear that you believe in their ability to make the final decision. This will help the person feel more confident. For example, you can say, “I know you asked for my advice, but I know that this is a decision you can handle.” Give your advice and follow it up with a supportive statement. You don’t want to pressure anyone into thinking they have to take your advice. Make sure they know that you support whatever choice they make. Say, “I feel like searching for a new job might be in your best interest, but I’m behind you no matter what you decide to do.” Speak from the heart. Make it clear that you care about the person. Use words that are honest and kind. For example, “This is a tough situation and I feel for you. I think it’s probably a good idea to put your dog down, because he is in pain, but I support you no matter what." Remember that whoever asked for your advice trusts you. Make sure that you don’t damage this trust by judging them. When you’re planning what to say, make sure that you use neutral, objective language.  For example, don’t say, “Of course you shouldn’t leave your wife! What are you, stupid?” Instead, you could say, “This is a really personal decision. My advice is that you take some time to examine both your priorities and your emotions.”
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Help them think through options. Compliment their judgment. Offer support. Be sincere. Avoid judgement.

Q: This may seem simple, but it’s the most important aspect of any tutoring position. You need to know the subject inside and out. Don’t hesitate to use books, online resources, or your own teachers as resources to brush up on algebra before you begin tutoring students. When you schedule the tutoring session, be sure to get all the necessary information from the student, so you can provide adequate assistance. Find out what they’re currently studying, what they’ve struggled with in the past, and what their goals are. You should also request access to homework assignments, quizzes, and tests. This will give you a clear idea of where they’re struggling, and how to help.  Some tutors create a short questionnaire to help them make a good start. This can include all the important data like the student’s name, their availability, and their current course schedule. You might want to consider making a quiz for new students. This can help you determine their knowledge level, and better prepare to offer them superior tutoring. Don’t “wing it.” You want to make sure you’re making the most of your time. Make a brief outline of what you’re going to do, how much time each thing should take, and what the student will learn, during each lesson. Continually adjust these expectations based on your student’s progress. The last thing you want is to have your student arrive only to discover you can’t actually work the problem. Work through every problem a few times in advance, so you’re certain to be able to offer them guidance as they solve the problem. Remember there is often more than one way to solve the problem, so keep track of the student’s method and give them a chance to find the right answer. Then, walk them through the simplest way to solve.
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Know your stuff. Get information from students. Create a lesson plan. Practice the problems.