Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Sit down and open the blood pressure testing kit. Raise your arm to heart level. Wrap the cuff around your upper arm. Make sure the cuff is snug, but not too tight. Place the wide head of the stethoscope on your arm. Clip the pressure gauge to a stable surface. Take the rubber bulb and tighten the valve.

Answer: Sit down at a table or desk where you can easily set up the necessary equipment. Remove the cuff, stethoscope, pressure gauge, and bulb from the kit, taking care to untangle the various tubes. Elevate your arm so that when you bend your elbow, your elbow is parallel to your heart. This ensures that you will not get either an overestimated or underestimated reading on your blood pressure. It is also important that your arm is supported during the reading, so make sure to rest your elbow on a stable surface. Most cuffs have Velcro, making it easy to secure the cuff in place. If your shirt has long or thick sleeves, roll them up first, as you can only put the cuff over very thin clothing. The bottom edge of the cuff should be about an inch above the elbow. Some experts recommend you use your left arm; others suggest you test both arms. But while you're first adjusting to self-testing, use the left arm if you're right-handed, or vice versa. If the cuff is too loose, the cuff will not compress the artery correctly, giving you an inaccurately low blood pressure reading. If the cuff is too tight, it will create what is known as "cuff hypertension" and give you an inaccurately high reading. Cuff hypertension can also occur if the cuff is too narrow or too short relative to your arm. The head of the stethoscope (also known as the diaphragm) should be placed flat against the skin on the inside of your arm. The edge of the diaphragm should be just beneath the cuff, positioned over the brachial artery. Gently put the earpieces of the stethoscope in your ears.  Do not hold the head of the stethoscope with your thumb — your thumb has its own pulse and this will confuse you while you try to obtain a reading. A  good method is to hold the head of the stethoscope in place with your index and middle fingers. This way, you should not hear a thumping sound until you have begun to inflate the cuff. If the pressure gauge is clipped to the cuff, unclip it and attach it to something sturdy instead, such as a hardcover book. That way, you can place it in front of you on the table, making it easier to watch. It's important to keep the gauge anchored and stable.  Make sure there is adequate light and you can see the needle and pressure markings well before you begin to test. Sometimes the gauge is attached to the rubber bulb, in which case this step does not apply. The valve needs to be closed completely before you start. This will ensure that no air escapes as you pump, which would produce an inaccurate reading. Twist the valve clockwise, until you feel it stop. It is also important to avoid over-tightening the valve, otherwise you will open it too far and release the air too quickly.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Alternate nematode-susceptible and -resistant plants from season to season. Move susceptible vegetables to a new location in the garden. Alternate resistant flowers and grasses into the garden.

Answer: As each seasonal growing season concludes, plant nematode-resistant plants in a section of your garden where nematode-susceptible plants had formerly been planted. This will kill off the nematodes in the soil. Plant rotation will also prevent nematode-susceptible plants from being killed. Alternate susceptible and resistant plants from one growing season to the next.  For example, if you've been growing nematode-susceptible carrots in a row of your garden during the summer, rotate in a nematode-resistant vegetable like cherry tomatoes in the fall. Nematode-resistant plants will not be affected by root-knot nematodes and most other parasite nematodes. Resistant plants include: lima beans, bell peppers, hot peppers, sweet potatoes, and most types of tomatoes. Plants that are susceptible to nematodes include carrots, beets, lettuce, potatoes, and radishes. Rather than removing nematode-susceptible plants from your garden altogether, you can simply move them a few rows over and continue growing them. Relocating susceptible vegetables to a row which formerly grew nematode-resistant vegetables will ensure that nematodes are not already present in the soil. Nematode-resistant veggies aren't the only plans that you can use in your plant-rotation schedule. Certain small grains, grasses, and flowers are resistant to the pests and will kill off nematodes in the soil where they're planted.  For example, plant a row of marigolds in a row which was formerly filled with nematode-susceptible vegetables. Or, plant a row of fescue (a grass species) or small grains like wheat, rye, or barley.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Watch for signs that your child is being bullied. Talk to your child about their feelings. Empower your child by asking them questions. Find solutions together. Encourage your child to choose kindness over popularity. Remind your child what true friends look like. Monitor your child’s social media usage. Speak to teachers and administrators if the meanness gets out of hand.

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Bullying can affect your child for life, causing long-term effects like low self esteem or even suicide. It's important that you address bullying immediately. Children do not always open up about bullying, but there are some signs you can watch for:  Sudden bed-wetting Headaches Stomach aches Sleep issues Skin problems Dizziness Abdominal pain If your child has been dealing with a mean girl, it’s important to help them sort through their emotions. Empathize with your child to help them feel heard. Validate their feelings by saying something like, “Wow, it was mean of Sophie to take your phone and text your crush to tell him that you like him. No wonder you’re feeling frustrated and embarrassed. I’d feel that way too.” Show that you care and are willing to listen by asking your child about their challenges with the mean girl. This may make them more comfortable with coming to you when they’re struggling to handle tiffs with mean girls in the future. Asking questions should also help them learn how to fully express what they’re feeling and why they’re feeling it. For example, if your child says “I don’t like Jenny,” then you might ask, “Why not? What did she do that you didn’t like?” Once your child is in tune with their emotions, start a dialogue about what to do in the situation. Even if your child says they want to hit the mean girl or call her names back, validate their thoughts and suggestions. Then guide them towards a healthier solution.  For example, you might say, “I understand why you’re feeling hurt, and why you want to hurt her back. But what other ways do you think you could respond to her mean behavior?” Don’t just tell your child what to do. Letting them find solutions on their own is much more empowering and will help them feel heard, understood, and supported. If your child is willingly spending time with the mean girl, they may get pressured to be mean to others also. Try to explain to your child the importance of prioritizing kindness over popularity, as doing this may lead to fewer regrets and will also surround them with people that bring them happiness. It can be difficult for kids to know who their true friends are. Communicate to your child that anyone who calls them names or does things to hurt them doesn’t have their best interest at heart. Encourage your child to spend their time with those who are supportive of them 100% of the time. Mean girls often use social media as a bullying tool. If your child has access to computers or smartphones, stay up to date on the new apps and current social media bullying methods so that you can monitor what’s being said to and about your child online.  Be “friends” with your child on social media. Talk to your child about how you’ll be monitoring them on social media. If you hide this from your child, they may feel like their privacy is being invaded and lose trust in you. If the mean girl is constantly pestering your child, you may feel like you can’t do much about it because you’re not there with them. Schedule a meeting with your child’s teacher(s) and/or administrator(s) to bring the problem to their attention. That way, they can keep an eye on the mean girl and put a stop to the meanness as soon as it starts. Seek out professional mental help for your child if the bullying persists or has lasting effects on your child's self-esteem.