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Pseudomonas are most dangerous for people who are in hospitals and have weakened immune systems. Newborns have a higher risk. As an adult, you may have a higher risk if: You are being treated for cancer You have HIV/AIDS You have cystic fibrosis You are on a breathing machine You are recovering from surgery You have a catheter You are recovering from severe burns You have diabetes mellitus Tell your doctor as soon as possible because you will need prompt attention. Pseudomonas can manifest as many different types of infections, depending on where they are located in your body. You may have: Pneumonia. This may be associated with an infected breathing machine. An eye infection An ear infection A urinary tract infection that is introduced by a catheter An infected surgical wound An infected ulcer. This may occur to patients that are on prolonged bed rest and develop sores. A blood infection that enters through an intravenous line Your doctor may take a swab sample and send it to the lab to confirm exactly what strain is infecting you. The lab may also be able to help determine what drugs are likely to be effective against the infection. Pseudomonas are often resistant to many commonly prescribed drugs. For many of the drugs that are effective, it is important that your doctor know your complete medical history, particularly if you think you could be pregnant or if you have renal (kidney) impairment. The doctor may prescribe: Ceftazidime. This is usually effective against a common form, Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It may be administered as an intramuscular injection or through an IV. It may not be appropriate for patients who are allergic to penicillin. Piperacillin/Tazobactam (Tazocin). This is also effective against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It may interact with other medications, so give your doctor a complete list of what you take. This includes over-the-counter medications, herbal remedies, and supplements. Imipenem. This is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is often administered with cilastatin. The cilastatin increases the half-life of the imipenem and can also help it better penetrate tissue. Aminoglycosides (Gentamicin, Tobramycin, Amikacin). The dosages of these drugs may need to be adjusted according to your body weight and the health of your kidneys. Your doctor may monitor your blood and hydration levels during these treatments, as side effects can include kidney damage (such as nephrotoxicity) or ear and hearing damage. Ciprofloxacin. This can be taken orally or intravenously. Tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, renal impairment, or think you may be pregnant. Colistin. This can be taken orally, intravenously, or in a nebulized form. Some patients, such as those with cystic fibrosis, may need to change their diet and activity levels to ensure proper nutrition and promote healing. If you are on a ventilator to help you breathe, your doctor may recommend a diet that is higher in fats and lower in carbohydrates. Carbohydrates can increase the amount of carbon dioxide your body produces, making breathing more difficult when you are on a ventilator. If you have a systemic infection, you may need to limit your activity levels. This may not be the case for a localized infection.

summary: Talk to your doctor if you may be at risk. Alert your doctor if you think you are infected. Discuss medications with your doctor. Make dietary and activity changes as recommended by your doctor.

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Lay your fabric flat (or folded in half, if the pattern directs you to do so) and place your pattern over the top. Follow your traced lines and the guide to cut out your fabric in the matching shapes. If you are using a dress for the pattern use your traced outline of half the dress, drawn after being folded in half and placed along the folded edge. Cut along this line, and unfold the fabric to expose a complete front of your dress. Add inch of extra fabric around the edges of the dress for seam allowances. Most patterns already have this included in their measurements, but you will need to keep this in mind if you are tracing a dress for your pattern. If you want to add sleeves to your dress, these will need to be cut as separate pieces from the body of the dress. Cut your dress fabric in a tank-style top and then sew your sleeves on later. Be sure to cut the fabric for the back of this dress as well at this point, using the same method as you did to cut the front. Follow the sewing directions on your pattern. Typically the sides of the dress will be sewn first. Turn your fabric inside-out and fold of an inch over on either side, using an iron to flatten it out. Then, use a zigzag stitch to sew the front and back together, and a top stitch to attach your newly formed seam to the body of the dress. The top stitch will help the fabric to lay flat along the seam and add a more professional look to your dress. Follow any specific directions on your pattern for sewing additional sections of your dress. If your pattern directs you to sew something other than the sides first, do so. For a simple neckline, fold over inch of fabric along the edge and iron it flat. Use a straight stitch along the collar to sew the edges in place and keep them from fraying. You can adjust how deep the neckline plunges by measuring the distance from your waist to the desired area on your bust, and adjusting your fabric accordingly. On the bottom of the dress, fold over of an inch of fabric and iron it down flat. If you have one available, use a serger to secure the ends and keep them from unraveling. Then, use a straight stitch to attach the folded edge to the bottom of the dress, holding it in place. So you won't make a mistake. If you want, add a zipper to the side or back of your dress to allow for easier opening/closure. You can also choose to add a lace overlay, ruffles, trim, or beading to your dress for an added touch. It's your dress, and your opportunity to show your style! Do so as you please.

summary: Cut your fabric. Begin sewing. Sew the neckline. Add the hem. Finish off your dress.

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Go to concerts. See movies. Go to independent film festivals. Go shopping in the mall, the thrift store, the bargain outlets. Read magazines for fun and books to keep your mind occupied. If you live in the city, read books at the bookstore; it's a chance to meet people too. Practice some cooking and baking skills. Learn something difficult and hold a dinner party. Try writing, poetry, painting, drawing, or play monopoly. Be open to new ideas. Or, make one about just one of things you did this summer, like going on an awesome trip to Washington, DC or going to visit your cousins in California.
summary: Enjoy music and movies. Shop. Read. Bake at home. Be creatively productive. Take a summer course. Make a scrapbook or journal of your awesome summer.