In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you use a cell phone, it usually takes about 5 seconds or so for the call to start. Keep this information in mind and call ahead. If you find that one station never picks up your calls, but a different one will, on occasion, spend more time with the latter station.  Some radio programs are extremely popular, like morning shows. Research to see if there are any call-in contests on the weekdays or after the morning traffic. This might sound a bit far-fetched and expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Purchase a pay as you go phone and only use it to call DJs.  Program your phone to have the radio station on speed dial.  As you dial the initial call on your phone, make another call on your spare phone. Lots of radio station prizes are for two tickets.  If you have a friend or partner that you were planning to take to an event, then ask if they'd be interested in helping you.  Two people have an increased chance of winning. Check the station's website and register to be a VIP, registered user, etc. Don't forget to opt in. You aren't restricted to winning on the air. More radio stations are also doing web based giveaways of the same prizes given away on the air.
Summary: Learn the "delay" of your phone. Decipher which radio stations answer. Get an extra phone. Ask a friend to help. Research the program.

There are two different certifications that you can apply for. Each will qualify you for the job of surgical tech. Both require an exam and a fee. While both certifications are valuable, the certified tech in surgery is slightly cheaper while the certified surgical technologist certification is more widely known.  The certified surgical technologist exam from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) costs between $190 (for members of the Association of Surgical Technologists) and $290 (for non-members). The certified tech in surgery from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) costs either $155 (for students and recent grads) or $195.  You can join the Association of Surgical Technologists by filling out a form and paying a $80 fee on their website. This is not necessary to pass either exam, but it may provide a discount on exam fees. Before you can take the exam, you will need to provide proof of your training. If you went to an accredited school, this includes your transcripts and a copy of your diploma. If you received military training, you may need to provide a form filled out and signed by your supervisor. Both certification programs can be joined by either mailing in your application or submitting it online. Once the application is accepted, you will be given a test number, a testing center, and a date for the exam.  If you are applying online, use the portals on the NBSTSA or NCCT website. Scan your documents into the computer, and upload them as PDFs. You can pay by card. If you are applying by mail, print out a copy of the application from their website. Make copies of your documents. Attach them to your application with a paper clip. Include a check for your exam. Both exams are roughly four hours long. However, the programs differ in what type of questions they ask.  You will need to bring a number 2 pencil and an ID to the exam with you.  For the NBSTSA exam, you will answer 105 questions about operative care, including sterilization, machine operation, and patient transfer. Twenty questions will cover other duties such as testing equipment or talking to patients. There are also 50 basic science questions. The NCCT exam contains 135 questions about surgical care, including preparing a catheter, assisting with sutures, and operating machinery. The other 40 questions cover additional duties, such as how to inventory supplies or label samples.
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One-sentence summary -- Decide which certification you will apply for. Gather your documents. Apply online or by mail. Take the exam.

Q: You don’t want your guests to feel guilty if they can’t eat the snacks you put out for them because they contain meat or animal products. Tortilla chips with salsa or guacamole are an easy, cheap snack that both vegetarians and vegans can eat. You can also serve vegetables with hummus for dipping. This will prevent oil or juice from the meat from mixing with the meat-free dishes. Avoid having everyone grab food from one large plate. This will prevent meat and animal products from touching the food you’ve prepared for your vegetarian and vegan guests. A lot of popular cocktails contain dairy or animal products and are therefore not vegan-friendly. If you’re going to serve drinks to your guests, make sure you have a vegan option available. Some vegans won’t drink wine or beer if it’s been processed with animal products. Most wines and beers don’t say whether they are vegan on the label, but you can look it up online if you’re unsure.
A: Offer your guests a vegetarian or vegan snack. Use separate serving utensils when serving your guests the main course. Serve your guests dinner on individual plates. Make vegan cocktails.

Problem: Article: Stressful situations release hormones and endorphins in the bloodstream, which, in turn, deposit toxins in the liver and slow it down. Eliminate stress in any areas of your life that you can. Consider anti-stress activities like yoga and meditation. When you expose yourself to chemicals, your liver has to work overtime to keep you healthy. Reduce the number of chemicals you are exposed to by using cleaning products made from natural ingredients. Also helps to use organic and natural products for you own personal hygiene. The more toxins in the air, the more toxins your liver has to remove from your body. Air purifiers are particularly good investments if you live in the city or near a highway, as cars deposit many toxins into the air. Exercise helps you maintain a healthy body weight, which in turn lowers your risk of fatty liver disease. Exercise also improves the function of liver enzymes. However, excessive weight training is connected with elevated liver enzymes, which is why you should stop exercising 48 hours prior to a liver function test.
Summary:
De-stress your life. Use natural house cleaning products. Consider using an air purifier in your home. Exercise as much as possible.