Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Determine if you qualify. Consider whether your disability is temporary or permanent. Review the state eligibility requirements.

Answer: The standard set by the State of Florida is that a permit will be issued to people who are either temporarily or permanently impaired in their ability to walk 200 feet without stopping, or who are sight impaired (temporarily) or permanently legally blind. If you believe that this definition applies to you, then you will want to consult with your doctor and proceed with the application.  There is an additional qualification that Florida recognizes, which is the “disabled frequent traveler.” If you are disabled and travel frequently by plane, train, bus or boat, or if you are a quadriplegic, you can apply for two permits. That will allow one for a car at your departure site, and a second for a car at your destination. If you have a condition that limits your mobility but will only last a few months, such as a broken leg for example, you may only need a temporary permit. This is valid for up to six months. If your condition is permanent or will last longer than a year or so, you should apply for the permanent (“regular”) permit. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, the following issues are considered recognized “disabilities”:  Inability to walk without the use of or assistance from a brace, cane, crutch, prosthetic device, or other assistive device, or without assistance of another person. If the assistive device significantly restores the person's ability to walk to the extent that the person can walk without severe limitation, the person is not eligible for the exemption parking permit. The need to permanently use a wheelchair Breathing restriction caused by lung disease Use of portable oxygen Cardiac condition that significantly limits your ability to function regularly Severe limitation in a person's ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition Legally Blind (This is the only disability an Optometrist can certify.)


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Remove clothing or jewelry at the site of the burn. Rinse the burned area under cool water until the pain stops. Wash your hands. Do not break any blisters. Wash the burn site. Pat the area dry. Apply an antibiotic ointment. Apply a bandage. Take over-the-counter pain relievers. Consider contacting your doctor. Watch for signs of infection. Have a doctor look at large blisters. Change the bandages often.

Answer: Even minor burns can produce some uncomfortable swelling, so immediately remove any clothing or jewelry near the burn that can make the site even more uncomfortable. If clothing is stuck to the burn, then this is not a minor burn, and you should seek immediate medical care. Do not try to remove clothing stuck to a burn. Instead, cut around the stuck portion to remove only the loose areas. The cool water will lower the skin temperature and can even potentially stop the burn from becoming more serious.  Hold the burned area under cold, running water, or soak it for about 10 minutes. Don’t panic if the cool water doesn’t immediately stop the pain: it can take up to thirty minutes.  Do not ever use ice or ice water because the colder temperature can lead to additional tissue damage.  You can place arms, hands, feet, and legs into a basin of cool water, but you should use a cool compress for burns to the face or body. You will need to clean the burn to reduce the risk of infection. However, it’s very important to thoroughly wash your hands before handling the burn at all because any open blisters can easily become infected. This also includes using only clean cloths, gauze, gloves, or anything else you might use when handling the burn. Burn blisters are not like minor friction blisters, where breaking them can help reduce pain. Do not break any blisters associated with the burn; doing so can greatly increase the potential for infection. Use a cold soap and cool water to clean the burned area. Lather the soap gently so as not to risk breaking any blisters or irritating the skin. Some of the burned skin might come off as you wash the area. Use only a clean cloth to pat the area dry. Do not scrub at the area with the cloth. Sterile gauze is an even better option if you have it available. For extremely minor first-degree burns, this may be all the care you need to provide to the area. You can use ointments such as Bacitracin or Polysporin each time you clean the burn. Do not put sprays or butter on burns because they trap heat inside the burn. Loosely cover the burned skin with a clean bandage. Change the bandage every time it gets wet or soiled in order to avoid infection. Avoid wrapping the area too tightly, or you might risk doing further damage to the burn.  If the burned skin or blisters have not broken open, then the area may not require a bandage. However, wrap the area regardless if it’s in a location prone to getting dirty or that could become irritated by clothing.  Do not tape a bandage so that it circles a hand, arm, or leg. This can cause swelling. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help soothe minor pain symptoms. Take only as directed. Even with electrical burns that appear to be minor, you can develop symptoms that warrant a trip to your doctor. Contact your caregiver if you:  Feel dizzy or weak Have stiff joints or muscle pain Experience confusion or memory loss Have questions or concerns about your condition or care Infection is a minor risk for first-degree burns. However, you should always keep an eye on the burn and watch for signs of infection, especially when any blisters or broken skin are present. See your doctor immediately for prescription antibiotics if you believe your burn is infected. Potential signs include:  Change in color of the burnt area or surrounding skin Purplish discoloration, particularly if swelling is also present Change in thickness of the burn (the burn suddenly extends deep into the skin) Greenish discharge or pus Fever If any large blisters develop from your burn, you should have them removed by a doctor. They will rarely remain intact, and it’s better to have a doctor remove them taking all of the necessary, sterile precautions. A large blister is roughly anything larger than your pinky fingernail. Any time the bandages become wet or soiled, change them. Clean the burn (using clean hands or gloves) with water and a mild soap, apply more antibiotic ointment, and rewrap with a new, sterile piece of nonstick gauze.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Understand why unsupervised withdrawal from Alprazolam is dangerous. Learn the symptoms of withdrawal. Be mindful of severe withdrawal symptoms. Recognize how long withdrawal symptoms can last. Be patient with your recovery.

Answer:
Alprazolam, also known as Xanax (its brand name), is a medication known as a benzodiazepine. This medication is used to treat anxiety disorders, panic attacks and other related psychiatric disorders. Alprazolam and other benzodiazepines increase the action of a neurotransmitter, or chemical messenger in the brain, called GABA. The long-term use of alprazolam may cause dependence or addiction. If you abruptly discontinue using it, you may experience to severe withdrawal symptoms as your brain chemistry tries to rebalance itself. Stopping benzodiazepines like Alprazolam has the potential to cause a life-threatening withdrawal syndrome. In some cases, unsupervised withdrawal from alprazolam may result in death. Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal before you start tapering alprazolam. This can help ease any mental anguish caused by not knowing what to expect and/or being taken by surprise by your withdrawal. Tapering off (slowly reducing your dose) under a doctor's care will reduce withdrawal symptoms. When you withdraw from alprazolam, you may experience any combination of symptoms and in varying severities. These symptoms may include:  Anxiety Irritability Agitation Insomnia Panic Depression Headache Nausea Fatigue Blurred vision Aches and pains Severe alprazolam withdrawal symptoms include hallucinations, delirium and seizures. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. Alprazolam withdrawal symptoms begin approximately six hours after taking the last dosage. The symptoms typically peak anywhere between 24 and 72 hours. They can last two to four weeks. Remember, until you have completed a successful benzodiazepine taper, your body will be in a constant mild withdrawal state. This is why a slow taper is highly recommended. Generally speaking, tapering off Alprazolam should be as slow as you feel comfortable with. If you taper more slowly, your symptoms should be less severe. Keep in mind that a slower taper results in far fewer withdrawal symptoms. The goal is to complete the tapering without prolonged withdrawal side effects, not to finish as quickly as possible to only suffer side effects and less repaired GABA receptors that will influence the healing process. The longer you are on a sedative-hypnotic like alprazolam, the longer it will take for your brain to return to normal once you stop.  The estimated time frame for tapering is between six and 18 months and varies upon dose rates, age, general health, stress factors and time of use. Regardless of your doctor-recommended taper schedule, it should be:  Slow and gradual. Scheduled: The doctor will ask you to take a dose at a certain time rather than “as needed.” Adjusted to your symptoms of withdrawal or rebound of anxiety or disease. Monitored weekly to monthly, depending on your situation.