INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It's not difficult to wash a load of laundry without any tools, but it can be tedious. If you plan to wash all your laundry by hand, especially towels, jeans, and other heavy items of clothing, you may wish to use a handheld agitator, which is simply a plastic tool useful for pressing and moving the clothes. If you cannot find one in a store, look online or make your own by cutting a few holes in the rubber of a brand-new plunger.  Note: You may use these instructions whether or not you have an agitator. Washing clothes by hand usually involves lower temperatures and less agitation than most washing machines, so there is less risk of color bleeding. It can still occur, however, so separating white and light pastel clothing from darker colored clothing is recommended. Separate out wool, cashmere, silk, lace, and any other delicate clothing from your other laundry. Wash these items using the instructions for delicate clothing, in a separate load. If you don't have a large washing tub or bucket, you can thoroughly clean a sink or bathtub and place the clothes in there, spreading them out evenly. The less full the container is, the easier it will be to wash. If you have too many clothes to wash at once, consider keeping a second clean bucket nearby to store clean, wet clothes while you finish washing the rest of the load. If you are only washing a couple small articles of clothing, you may only need a large bowl. If your clothing has a stain that has dyed the fabric, such as a stain from mustard or ink, rub a little stain remover cleaning product over the affected area, or use soap if you do not have any stain remover. Let the clothing sit for at least five minutes before continuing. Fill until the water level is about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) above the level of the clothing. Unless the clothing is both sturdy and heavily soiled, do not use hot water. Lukewarm or even room temperature water will work fine for most laundry loads, and reduces the chance of damaging or color bleeding. If you are not certain whether an article of clothing can be washed in warm water, play it safe and use cool water instead. If you are using a bucket or sink, you likely only need one to two tsp (5–10mL) mild detergent or washing powder. If you have enough clothing to require a bathtub, use 4 tbsp (60 mL) instead, or follow the instruction on the package. If your detergent is not labeled "mild," or if you have sensitive skin, wear rubber gloves to prevent rashes or itching. The detergent will take time to work, so leave the tub of water alone for at least twenty minutes. If your clothing has a significant amount of dirt or stains, you may wish to leave it for up to an hour. Using either your hands or a simple agitator tool, move the clothing gently around in the water. Press the clothing against the bottom or sides until suds emerge, but try not to scrub or twist it, as this could stretch the clothes. Do this for about two minutes, or until the clothing is clean. Empty the water from the container, and fill with cool water. Continue moving the clothing around in the same way, pressing to remove the soap suds. After a couple of minutes, drain again and repeat an additional one or two times. Once no soap suds are visible when the clothing is moved or pressed, the clothes are ready to dry. If you are filling the container from a faucet, you may start rinsing before it's full by holding clothing in the running water. Twist each article of clothing to remove most of the water, or send it through a hand-cranked wringer if you have one. If you are not using a dryer, hang the clothing on a clothes horse, clothesline, or the backs of chairs and banisters. Make sure the clothing is spread out evenly, and that articles of clothing don't overlap with other. If a wet area is hidden by other clothing or a bunched up area of fabric, it will take much longer to dry.  Keep in mind that wet clothing will drip, and may leave a stain on hard wood or upholstery if draped directly on it. On a sunny day, your clothes should dry within a few hours. If you do not have sun, dry in a warm, ventilated room.

SUMMARY: Consider buying or making an agitator. Separate the white and colored clothing (recommended). Lay the clothes in a clean container. Treat serious stains with a pre-wash stain remover or soap. Fill the bucket with lukewarm water. Add laundry detergent. Let the clothing soak. Swish the clothing around in the water. Rinse repeatedly in new, cool water. Wring and dry the clothing.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Think about all of the costs associated with running your business and how long you think it will be before you start turning a profit. Typically, new businesses don’t make money until after the first year. You will probably need to invest a lot of time and money before the business starts showing returns. These costs include rent and utilities at your location, equipment costs, supply costs, advertising fees, employee salaries, among other things. Go to your bank and see if you can get approved for a business loan. You will need to provide the loan officer with a detailed business plan including expected costs and the eventual rate of return as well as projections regarding eventual profit.  Additionally, look into grants and loans from the Small Business Administration.  Check out Get a Business Loan, Get a Small Business Loan, or Get SBA Small Business Loans for more information. Many cities offer financial support for small businesses in their area. You should go to your local chamber of commerce and find out what kind of assistance you are eligible for. Obtain the capital you need from private investors. These are people who are willing to finance your business.

SUMMARY: Determine how much startup money you need. Get a business loan. Check out what support your city offers for small businesses. Borrow from private investors.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Not everyone who gets a concussion will lose consciousness, but some people do. This is the most obvious sign that someone has a concussion. If the person has blacked out after a blow to the head, seek emergency medical treatment. Ask the person some basic questions such as, “What is your name?” and “Do you know where you are?” If their answers are delayed, slurred, don’t make sense, or are hard to understand, they may have a concussion. If the person has a blank stare, seems confused, or doesn’t know where they are, it could be a sign of a brain injury. If they seem dazed, don’t remember what happened, or appear to have memory loss, they likely have a concussion. If someone vomits, especially repeatedly, after being hit in the head or involved in another type of accident, this usually indicates a concussion. If they haven’t vomited, ask them if they feel nauseated or have an upset stomach, which may also be a sign of a concussion. People with concussions often have problems with their motor skills, such as being unable to walk in a straight line or catch a ball. If the person is having trouble with these things or has a delayed reaction time, they likely have a concussion. A headache that lasts more than a few minutes is a common sign of a concussion. Blurred vision, “seeing stars,” and/or feelings of dizziness or fogginess may also indicate a concussion. If you suspect a concussion, the person should be carefully monitored for the next several hours. It’s not a good idea to leave them alone, in case they end up needing emergency medical treatment. If possible, arrange for someone to stay with the person for at least a few hours after the incident and monitor their behavior.

SUMMARY:
Determine if the victim has lost consciousness. Watch for slurred or unclear speech. Find out if the victim is confused or doesn’t remember what happened. Watch for nausea or vomiting. Look for impaired balance or coordination. Ask the victim if they have a headache, blurred vision, or feel dizzy. Watch the person carefully for 3-4 hours.