Problem: Article: Some people have had good luck with applying castor oil, though it's not scientifically proven. Wash around your eyes first. Use a cotton swab to apply a small amount of castor oil to your eyes. Brush it from the bottom of the eyelids to the tips two to three times a week. Like castor oil, some people have used petroleum jelly to grow out their eyelashes. You can also use a petroleum jelly replacement product. Apply petroleum jelly as you would mascara, brushing it up from the roots. Clean off a wand first. You can apply petroleum jelly nightly. That is, lightly rub your eyelids near your eyelashes. Some people claim that this process can help stimulate your hair follicles, encouraging your eyelashes to grow. Brew green tea in hot water for 1-2 minutes. Let the water cool. Use a small, clean brush to apply it to your eyelids. This treatment is not scientifically proven either, but it certainly doesn't hurt. Peel the rinds off of clean lemons. Let them sit in olive oil for a couple of days. This mixture will likely moisturize and strengthen eyelashes, and some people say it does lengthen eyelashes as well. Apply the oil as you did the castor oil. Place a drop on a cotton swab, and brush it up from the roots. Eyelashes, like your hair and nails, need nutrients to grow. Balance your meals with protein, fruits and vegetables, and whole grains. Some people have found these oils beneficial. Mix 1/2 a teaspoon of coconut oil with a few drops of lavender essential oil. Apply as you would the other oils, brushing a small amount up from the roots.
Summary: Apply castor oil. Use a little petroleum jelly. Massage your eyelids. Try green tea. Make some lemon olive oil. Eat right. Create a coconut oil and lavender essential oil concoction.

Problem: Article: 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.
Summary: Decide which certification you will apply for. Gather your documents. Apply online or by mail. Take the exam.

Problem: Article: Most Xbox 360s have an Ethernet port on the back. You can use this to connect your Xbox 360 to your network's router or modem. After connecting your cable, test the connection. Open the Guide menu from the Dashboard the Dashboard by pressing the center button on the Xbox controller. Select "Settings", then "Network Settings". Select "Wired Network" and then "Test Xbox Live Connection". If you have a wireless network set up at home, you can connect your Xbox 360 to it instead of running an Ethernet cable to the router. The Xbox 360 E and Xbox 360 S both have built-in Wi-Fi, while the original Xbox 360 will need a special Wi-Fi adapter installed. Open the Guide menu from the Dashboard by pressing the Xbox Guide button (center of controller). Select Settings, then System. Select Network Settings. Select your wireless network from the list. Enter your wireless password when prompted. If your network is not listed, select Advanced Options and then Specify Unlisted Network. Enter in your network name and security information. After configuring your network, the Xbox 360 will attempt to connect to Xbox Live. If the connection is successful, download any available updates that appear. These will improve the console's stability and connectivity. If you cannot connect to Xbox Live, there may be a problem with your wireless settings or Ethernet cable. Check all the connections and ensure that any passwords have been entered correctly. Occasionally, the Xbox Live service is offline. Check the Xbox Live website for the latest information on the Live network's availability if you are having difficulty connecting. If your router is located a few rooms away, you may have a weak wireless signal. This can cause connection issues, so try moving your router closer to the Xbox, or vice versa, if possible.
Summary: Connect via Ethernet. Connect wirelessly. Update your console. Troubleshoot a bad connection.

Problem: Article: Changing your dressing daily will keep the wound clean. If the dressing becomes dirty or wet, change the dressing as soon as possible. Keep your wound covered until it is completely healed. Wounds heal faster if they are kept moist and warm. Whenever you are changing the dressing, change it quickly to prevent drying, temperature loss, and exposure to bacteria. If you leave the wound exposed, this may cause its temperature to drop, slowing the healing process. Keep bandages in your pocket, purse, or backpack just in case you need to change the dressing while you are out of the house. Your wound may become very itchy once a scab starts to form. Try to avoid itching or picking at the scab since these may reopen the wound, slowing the healing process. Relieve itchiness by applying a non-scented, moisturizing lotion around the wound. You can also apply ice wrapped in a cloth to the wound to relieve itchiness. Contrary to popular belief, airing out your wound may slow the healing process. By leaving your wound uncovered, you are exposing it to dirt and bacteria that may infect the wound. Do not remove your bandages until a scab starts to form. Once the scab forms, you should keep the scab moist to help it heal faster. Signs that a wound is infected include an increase in drainage or pus, the formation of thick green or brown pus around the wound, and/or a foul odor coming from the wound. If you develop a fever that lasts for more than 4 hours, or develop tender lumps in your armpits or groin, then you may have an infection. Additionally, a wound that will not heal or shows no signs of healing over 1 to 2 weeks may be infected.
Summary:
Change the dressing once a day. Change the dressing quickly. Avoid itching your wound. Avoid airing out the wound. Contact your doctor if the wound becomes infected.