Problem: Article: Check to see how finely the lettuce or cabbage has been chopped. Some restaurants serve it very finely shredded; keep blending until your lettuce or cabbage looks right. Don't blend too much, though, or it will turn to pulp. Place it in a bowl.
Summary: Place a quarter in the blender. Pulse the blender for a few seconds at a time. Keep pulsing until it reaches the right texture. Remove the shredded lettuce or cabbage from the blender. Finish shredding the lettuce or cabbage one quarter at a time.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Many people use text messaging as a primary source of communication. However, this is not the best way to keep the passion and intimacy strong in your relationship. Choose a few times throughout the week to get together and video chat. Video chatting allows you both to see each other's face, which is important when trying to maintain passion. During video chat, you can have a smooth, immediate conversation, which you can't do on text. Video chat allows you to watch each other's facial expressions, unlike talking on the phone. Being unable to have regular date night can be tough when you're in a long distance relationship. To help, go on a movie date together. Choose a favorite movie or a movie you've both never seen. Curl up on the couch and watch the movie together. You can do this while talking on the phone, texting, or video chatting. You can pause the movie to discuss it, or exchange little comments throughout the movie. Make sure to choose a time where you both will have time to watch the movie and won't be disturbed by others. Just because you are far apart doesn't mean you still can't do the same things you usually do. Technology allows you to do almost anything you'd normally do when apart. Set up video chat, cook a meal together, and then sit down to eat it together. You can also get take out from the same type of restaurant and eat together as you catch up. You probably already schedule as many visits to see each other as possible. Consider making a surprise visit to give you both an unexpected, spontaneous romantic surprise. Schedule the visit at a time you know your partner won't have something pressing to do. You may casually ask your partner what their week looks like to make sure there are no meetings, big projects, or other commitments you'll interfere with. Think about letting them know about the surprise a few days ahead of time. This helps it stay a surprise, but allows your partner time to make arrangements.

SUMMARY: Make video chatting a priority. Go on a movie date. Schedule weekly meals together. Make surprise visits to each other.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Anything that is cloth or linen and can be washable should be gathered into bags to be washed. You may think a certain item doesn't smell, but you may have gone noseblind to it. This means you have gotten used to the smell of smoke and can't distinguish it from the environment anymore. It's safe to say that if something in a home smells of smoke, most or all items will probably smell like smoke. Wash or dry clean all items. It's important to clean your clothes as well as cloths, linens, and pillows before you plan to clean the rest of the home. Cloths and linens are able to soak up odors more effectively than other types of materials. By getting them out of the way, it makes cleaning other surfaces easier. Consider washing and storing your clean cloths and linens outside of the home. Bringing them back into the home after cleaning runs the risk of your items soaking up smoke odors left in the home. Many people forget to clean curtains and shades which are prime spots for tar and resin to settle and permeate into. Take down your curtains or shades and wash them. You can also buy new shades if yours are particularly old and smelly. Certain wall hangings may also be made of fabric or canvas material. Remember to take these down as well and clean them with mild soap, water, and a wash cloth. Simply wipe them down and store them outside of the home until you finish the deodorizing process. If it is extremely dirty and the smoke smell is intense, consider replacing it. If you cannot, clean it by: Shampooing it. You can rent a carpet steam cleaner and shampoo the carpet yourself. Or you can hire a professional to clean the carpet for you. Sprinkling baking soda. Sprinkle a liberal amount of baking soda on top of your carpet surfaces and leave it to soak for a day. The baking soda will absorb the smell of smoke and any moisture in the carpet. Then vacuum the carpet to remove the baking soda. You can do this several times a week until the smell disappears. You may also choose to use a strong chemical cleaner like OdoBan. This deodorizing product is used by professionals who are trying to improve houses after a fire. If you can remove the cushion covers, wet them and wash by hand or in a washing machine with a baking soda mixture. Let them dry a little, then place them back on the cushions when they are still slightly wet. This allows them to stretch to the appropriate size without causing mildew.
Summary: Gather all your clothing, duvets, pillows, and curtains. Remember to clean, wash, or replace your curtains and shades. Survey your carpet. Sprinkle your fabric-covered furniture and carpets with baking soda.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Unfortunately, the only treatment option for an ectopic pregnancy is to remove the ectopic embryo. This is because the condition is life-threatening to the mother and fatal to the embryo. The earlier you treat an ectopic pregnancy, the better your chances are of having a healthy pregnancy in the future. Remember that you are doing the best possible thing by getting the treatment you need. As you discuss your diagnosis and treatment options, you will probably have a lot of questions. Don't hesitate to ask your doctor or any other healthcare specialists you may interact with during the treatment process. They can help you understand your condition and what is involved in any recommended treatment procedures. You might ask questions like, "What are the risks of this procedure?" or "What are my chances of having another healthy pregnancy after this treatment?" Getting medical treatment for an ectopic pregnancy can be stressful or frightening. Reach out to a significant other, relative, or friend who can be with you at the doctor's office or hospital to offer comfort and be an advocate for you. If there's no one available to be there with you, some hospitals and medical centers employ chaplains or volunteers who can offer emotional support to patients who need it. This treatment is best when the ectopic pregnancy is caught early, before it becomes life-threatening. Methotrexate works by stopping the growth of embryonic cells and allowing your body to absorb any cells that are already established. Your doctor may give you the methotrexate as a single injection or as multiple injections over the course of a week. A timely dosage of methotrexate may save your fallopian tubes from serious damage caused by surgery. This can increase your chances of having a healthy and successful pregnancy in the future. Your doctor will need to test your hCG levels over the next few weeks to confirm that the ectopic pregnancy has ended. If your hCG levels do not drop quickly enough, you may need surgery to remove the ectopic embryo. If your ectopic pregnancy does not respond well to methotrexate treatments, or if the ectopic pregnancy is too advanced, you may need to have the embryo removed surgically. The most common surgical treatment for an ectopic pregnancy is laparoscopy, in which the surgery is performed through a tube inserted into a tiny incision near your navel. Laparoscopic surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia, meaning you will not be awake for the surgery. If your fallopian tube is ruptured or seriously damaged, it may have to be removed along with the ectopic embryo. In serious emergencies (e.g., if you are experiencing severe bleeding due to a rupture), a more invasive form of surgery, such as laparotomy, may be necessary. Follow all of your doctor's pre- and post-surgery self-care instructions carefully.
Summary:
Acknowledge that the pregnancy is not viable. Ask your doctor any questions you might have. Have a friend or loved one with you for support, if possible. Get an injection of methotrexate to dissolve the ectopic pregnancy. Consent to surgical treatment, if necessary.