Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Put 2 tablespoons of baking soda into the volcano.

Answer: Measure out 2 tablespoons of baking soda and add these to the cup in your volcano. Make sure that the inside of the volcano is completely dry when you do this. Any moisture may cause the baking soda to fizz before you want it to.  Baking soda is a common household item, so you probably have some. Ask a parent or guardian before you use the baking soda.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Assess your nerves. Rehearse beforehand. Talk positively to yourself. Don’t rush. Avoid caffeine.

Answer: In order to know how to best calm your nervous stomach, it is a good idea to evaluate your symptoms.  This will help you understand what kind of nervous stomach you have and focus on finding the best ways to calm yourself down.  The most common nervous stomach symptoms include:  Feeling a knot in the pit of your stomach. A fluttering, butterfly feeling. A rolling, churning feeling. Feeling nauseous, queasy, or bloated. A tight, warm feeling in your stomach. Sometimes you can relieve some nerves by simply feeling more confident in a given situation.  Whether you are giving a presentation, going on a first date, or interviewing for a job, practicing beforehand can you feel less anxious.  Try to imagine the situation you are nervous about and see yourself successfully and confidently meeting your goals.  Do some research so that you feel knowledgeable about the topic, and be sure to go over any talking points you have.  Just don't plan everything super specifically as this will give you even more to worry about. Before an activity that gives you a nervous stomach, many people also experience racing thoughts.  These thoughts are usually negative and only cause even more anxiety and cramping.  Stopping these thoughts completely with techniques like meditation can take a lot of time to master.  A quick, effective fix for racing, negative thoughts is to turn them into positive affirmations.  For example, try repeating to yourself:  “I am enough and I can handle this." “I am the best candidate for this job. I am qualified and professional.” “I want to succeed, and I am going to succeed.” Feeling rushed will only make you feel more panicked and anxious.  If you give yourself enough time to gather your materials and get to a place early, this can help you feel on top of things and in control.  This extra time will also give you longer to calm down and use the restroom, which will help your nervous stomach.  Just keep in mind that if you get to a place more than 15 minutes early, you should plan on waiting outside the venue because arriving too early can be an inconvenience. Caffeine is a type of stimulant and will amplify the effects of adrenaline in a stressful situation, as it activates your sympathetic nerve system and can induce a "fight-or-flight" response.  Certain sources of caffeine, like coffee and energy drinks, are also known to cause stomach irritation.  Cutting back on caffeine before any stressful situation will not only put less stress on your nervous stomach, it will also help to eliminate any nervous adrenaline jitters.  Try drinking an ice-cold glass of water instead; ice water will help you feel refreshed, wake you up, and keep you hydrated.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Identify your biggest priorities. Make a list of your typical workday tasks. Make a list of your non-work activities.

Answer: Think about what's most important for you to work on each day. This could be slowly completing a long-term project, or finishing homework assignments for a class that's super tough. Make a list of your top three work priorities. Beyond the bigger stuff, you've probably got tons of other things going on that take up time every day. Write down these smaller tasks, noting about how long they usually take you to complete. This could be answering emails or phone calls, promoting your company on social media, or posting an online comment about a book you're reading for your English class. Think about what's important to you that's not work-related. This could be spending time with your family, going on a date with your special someone, or catching a movie every so often. Don't forget to also note big vacations!


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Know when to go to the veterinarian. Take your cat to the veterinarian. Give your cat the prescribed medication. Observe whether the cat improves.

Answer:
If your cat has diarrhea that lasts more than a few days, if she's also vomiting, or if she also seems lethargic (more tired than usual) she needs veterinary attention. Call your vet and ask if you should bring a sample of the feces with you in case your veterinarian wants to do an analysis of the specimen. Bring a fresh fecal sample that's less than 12 hours old. Small amounts of red blood in the stool may be a minor issue. If the stool appears black and sticky (or “tarry”), it may mean that digested blood is coming from the stomach and that a stomach ulcer may have formed. Your veterinarian will probably do some tests (blood work, fecal analysis for internal parasites, x-rays, ultrasound) and prescribe a medication. If your veterinarian finds intestinal parasites in your cat’s stool, the appropriate medication will be prescribed. If it's not an intestinal parasite, the veterinarian may prescribe a medication to slow down the diarrhea, such as Metronidazole, Prednisolone or Tylosin. Bring your cat into a small room and shut the door. Hold your cat firmly in your left arm (if you're right-handed) and wrap her in a towel like a cocoon if she will let you. Give the medicine using a syringe (or eyedropper) at the side of the cat’s mouth and administer a little at a time.  Make sure the cat is swallowing the medicine and not just letting it drip out. Your veterinarian should include a syringe or eyedropper when they dispense liquid medications. It never hurts to ask for a second one just in case you need a back up. You may want to give your cat a second syringe with a small amount of room temperature water to swallow: this will help clear the medicine taste from his mouth. Be sure to ask your vet how soon you should see improvement. Some chronic conditions, like inflammatory bowel disease, may need medication for months, perhaps for life. If the treatment plan is working for your cat, the diarrhea should improve or be resolved completely. Signs of Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are: weight loss, dehydration, vomiting, and diarrhea. Your veterinarian will need to run tests to determine if your cat has IBD, chronic diarrhea related to intestinal cancer, or regular diarrhea.