Problem: Article: To determine whether or not you need to make measurement adjustments, put your backplate over your AC unit and see if it bumps anything. If anything sticks, or if the AC unit doesn't fit at all, you know you need to cut a bit more from the backplate's interior edges. The horizontal window catch is a narrow strip of wood that will abut the lower edge of the window's sliding portion, to lock the box in place. Use your carpenter's square and straightedge to measure out a strip that will be attached the backplate to provide a ridge accommodating the flange on the top of the AC unit. If you have a table saw, set it to a fenced 1-1/2 inches and cut the strip. Then, use a miter saw to cut the strip down to the length of your frame. This strip will be sandwiched between the backplate of your box and the vertical window catch, to provide an area for the window to lodge in. Using the previously drawn line that represents the flange, align the strip you just cut with its proper location on the backplate. Make sure the strip you cut for the flange and the box's backplate are even. Clamp the strip to the backplate to ensure easy attachment. On the backplate's edges, mark the location where the screws will go. Use a countersink bit to create a clean pilot hole for the screws and add a taper to let head of the screws fit flush against the wood. Once you've drilled the pilot holes, drive screws into the wood to attach the strip to the backplate. The vertical window catch will ensure that the box cannot simply fall backwards and out of the window. Cut a piece of wood, equal in length to the horizontal window catch, but wider, to act as the back of the channel. Drill pilot holes through the vertical window catch, to the horizontal window catch you just attached. Space the pilot holes roughly every 6 inches (15.2cm), and leave an inch or so at the end to provide clearance space. Look on the opposite side to make sure you won't hit any of your other screws. Use screws to attach the vertical window catch to the horizontal window catch. These pieces will make sure that that the bottom of the box fits snugly and securely in the bottom of the window. Measure and cut a piece of wood that will act as a gap bridger (spacer), between the backplate and the sash filler. This piece should provide just enough clearance for the sash filler to lock into the bottom channel of the window. Then measure and cut a sash filler (a small piece) that will hook inside the bottom plastic lip of the windowsill. Use your track saw for a clean cut. Make sure the piece of wood is thick enough to catch the lip or nub on the inside of the bottom of the windowsill. Use screws to attach this pieces to the bottom. Attach the gap bridger directly to the bottom of the backplate, and then attach the sash filler on top of that. Make sure that the screws have at least a half-inch of bite, which will ensure that they stick properly. Now, your box should be complete.
Summary: Place your backplate over the air conditioner to make sure it fits. Cut the horizontal window catch that will house the AC's flange. Attach the horizontal window catch. Add the vertical window catch to complete the channel for the window. Cut two pieces of wood to catch the box against the plastic piece within the bottom of the windowsill. Attach the gap bridger and sash filler to the bottom portion of the backplate.

Problem: Article: Your child's pediatrician will likely prescribe a daily control medication, such as a inhaled long-term bronchodilator. For flare-ups, the pediatrician will also prescribe a short-term medication, such as albuterol. The pediatrician might also prescribe inhaled or oral corticosteroids and medications for allergies. Long-term control medications are taken daily and help prevent asthma flare-ups. Quick-relief medications are used to open the airways during flare-ups. When asthma is well-controlled, your child shouldn't need quick-relief medication more than once or twice a week. Long-term asthma medications are available in pill, liquid, and inhaled forms. Help your child take their asthma control medicine every day, even if they don't have symptoms. Ask the pediatrician to explain how much medicine to take, when to take it, and how to use the inhaler or nebulizer. Make sure that you read all of the instructions and enclosed pamphlets that come with your child's medication. Your child's treatment plan should thoroughly explain how to administer their medication. Ask your pediatrician or pharmacist if you're in doubt about something. Children often have trouble using inhalers properly, so ask for a spacer that fits your child's inhaler. Shake the inhaler, spray 1 to 2 test puffs into the air, attach it to the spacer's opening, then have your child tightly close their lips around the spacer's mouthpiece. Press the inhaler to spray 1 puff (or as many as directed), and have your child breathe in slowly and deeply. After they inhale the medication, they can take the spacer out of their mouth. Have them hold their breath for 10 seconds. Then, they should pucker their lips and slowly exhale through their mouth. A spacer collects the medicine, so there's no need to carefully time breaths with the inhaler sprays. You'll likely need a prescription for the right spacer from your pediatrician or pharmacist. The pediatrician might prescribe a nebulizer for young children and for some medications. Connect the hose to the machine, and fill the medicine cup with the proper dose. Turn the machine on, and have your child breathe in slowly and deeply through the mouthpiece for 10 to 15 minutes. A nebulizer turns liquid medicine into a mist. Specific instructions vary, so use your product as directed. Have your child inhale deeply and tightly close their lips around their peak flow meter's mouthpiece. Then, they should blow out as hard and quickly as they can.Image:Treat Asthma in Pediatric Patients Step 13.jpg Have them repeat the steps 3 times, then record the highest score. Their personal best score when they're not experiencing symptoms will provide a comparison during flare-ups.
Summary: Discuss long-term and quick-relief medications with the pediatrician. Have your child take daily control medications as directed. Attach a spacer to their inhaler so it's easier to use. Have your child use a nebulizer if they can't use an inhaler. Record your child's normal breathing with a peak flow meter.

Problem: Article: Use heavy-duty scissors or an exacto knife to cut loose strands out of your wicker furniture. Carefully snip through damaged strands near the underside of arms, legs, or other parts of the piece. gently pull out the damaged strands to avoid damaging other parts of the wicker. Select the replacement reeds you need to fix your damaged wicker furniture. Place them in a large container full of warm water. Let them sit in the water for 30 minutes. Remove the reeds from the water and place them on a pile of clean paper towels. Gently press on the reeds with another paper towel to drain out excess water. Continue pressing on them with fresh paper towels until no more water comes out. Thread a replacement reed into the furniture, starting from a point near the back that is less visible. Using pliers or your fingers, gently weave the reed in an out of the wicker. Follow the pattern of the wicker for the best results. Once the reed is all the way through, add a drop of wood glue to the ends. Tuck them in to keep them from sticking out. Gently hold the stands in place for several seconds to allow the glue to set. Insert carpet tacks right on the ends of the replacement reeds once the wood glue is dry. Gently push the tacks in to avoid splitting the reed fibers. Use your finger or a small hammer to make sure the tack are securely firmly.
Summary:
Remove broken strands of wicker. Soak replacement reeds in warm water for 30 minutes to make them flexible. Remove excess water from the reeds. Weave the replacement reeds into the wicker furniture. Glue the strands in place. Secure the ends with carpet tacks after 30 minutes.