INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Because many casts are made of plaster, they are easily damaged by water. Getting the cast wet can also encourage mold or mildew growth inside the cast. Wet casts may also cause sores to form on your skin under the cast. Do not get the cast wet. Tape a heavy-duty plastic bag (such as a garbage bag) over your cast when you bathe or shower. Hold your cast outside the shower or bathtub so you reduce the likelihood of getting it wet. Wrap a washcloth or small towel around the top of your cast to keep water from leaking in under the cast. You may be able to purchase water-resistant cast shields from your doctor's office or a medical supply store. If your cast does get wet, pat it dry with a bath towel. Then, use a hair dryer on the "low" or "cool" setting for 15-30 minutes. If the cast is still wet or soft after you've tried to dry it, call your doctor. You may need a new cast. If your fingers get cold while you're in your cast, you may be having circulation problems. (Or it could just be cold in your house.) Elevate your wrist and wear a sock on your hand to keep your fingers cozy. Wiggling your fingers can help restore circulation. Putting on clothes with fasteners such as buttons or zippers may be difficult while you're in a cast. Wearing fitted clothing or clothes with tight sleeves isn't usually a good idea, as these may not fit over a cast. Choose loose, stretchy clothing. Elastic-waisted pants or skirts mean you don't have to fumble with fasteners. Shirts with short sleeves or sleeveless shirts are a good idea. Use your good arm to put the shirt sleeve over the cast and pull gently. Try to minimize how much you use the arm in the cast. Use a shawl or blanket to stay warm instead of a jacket, which could be harder to get into. A thick poncho or cape can be an easier choice rather than an outdoor coat. Don't be embarrassed to ask for help when you need it. If you're a student and you've broken the wrist of your dominant hand, you may need to ask for a note-taker or other accommodations while your wrist heals. Speak with your teacher or your university's disability resources center. If you can learn to write with your non-dominant hand, this will help, but this can be difficult and takes a long time. If you've broken the wrist of your non-dominant hand, use a heavy object like a book or paperweight to hold paper in place while you're writing. Use your injured arm as little as possible. When you can, use your non-injured arm to do daily tasks such as brushing your teeth and eating. This will help reduce inflammation in your injured wrist. Don't lift or carry things with your injured wrist. This could cause re-injury and prolong the healing process. This is particularly important if you have broken the wrist of your dominant hand. It is unsafe to drive in a cast and your doctor will likely tell you not to drive. Although it is not illegal to drive with a wrist cast, use sound judgement when deciding whether to drive or not. Other machinery particularly machinery that requires two hands to operate should be avoided.

SUMMARY: Avoid getting your cast wet. Dry your cast immediately if it gets wet. Wear a sock on your hand. Wear clothes that are easy to put on. Ask for a note-taker in class. Do tasks with your other hand. Avoid driving or operating machinery.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Try using leftovers from dinner in your bento boxes, and keep frozen foods on hand to quickly defrost in a pinch. You can also cook large batches of rice and use it throughout the week, and pre-slice enough fresh fruit and veggies to fill up a week's worth of bento boxes to make packing super convenient. If your bento box is made of heat-safe material, feel free to use food that needs to be reheated! Buying packaged foods that are already sliced or portioned can also make things easier. Bento boxes are big on presentation, so choose complementary colors and interesting textures for visual impact. Try to choose flavors that work well together. Keep the edges neatly defined and don't let clashing flavors mingle (e.g., don't put fried rice next to a pastry). For example, citrus flavors pair well with leafy greens. Strawberries and cream cheese are very complementary. Balsamic vinegar pairs wonderfully with root vegetables. Don't forget to add spices when you're packing it up to give the food a little more kick.

SUMMARY: Pre-cook and pre-slice foods for easy assembly. Aim for a variety of different flavors and textures.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: By the end, the egg yolks should appear thick and yellow colored. Set the bowl of egg yolks aside for future use. The eggs will act as a thickener for the sauce. Use cling wrap or aluminum foil to cover and seal the mixture. Set a timer for an hour and 45 minutes, so you can come back and make the whipped cream just before the chocolate, egg, and cream mixture is ready. If you want to add some extra flair and flavor, layer in fresh berries and whipped cream. If you have any leftovers, immediately refrigerate them.

SUMMARY: Beat 4 egg yolks with an electric mixer on high for about 3 minutes. Return the mixture to a bowl, cover it, and refrigerate it for 2 hours. Spoon or pipe the mousse into 8 individual cups and serve.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you're preparing for your licensing exams, you should take advantage of the prep materials offered by NCEES, the same company which administers the exams. NCEES offers practice exams that you can take to become familiar with the format of the exam. They also provide copies of their handbooks, which you will be able to reference during the exams. Depending on your field of study, the hardest part of the FE and PE exams is usually the general knowledge section, since this tests a broad range of subjects you might not be as familiar with. For example, an electrical engineer might not have as much knowledge about beams. Practice exams can help you identify the areas you might struggle with during the test. After you graduate, you should take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. This is the first step in becoming a licensed engineer, regardless of your field of study. The FE exam is administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). It's an open-book, multiple choice exam that is about 8 hours long and covers basic and advanced engineering principles. To prepare for the FE exam, sign up for a review course and take sample tests online. Since you will be able to use your book during the test, get a copy of the NCEES handbook and become familiar with its contents. This will help you easily access the information you need during the test. Once you've completed 4 years of field experience, you'll need to take the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) Civil exam. This is an 8-hour open-book exam with 80 questions related to advanced civil engineering concepts.The PE Civil exam is offered twice a year. The PE Civil exam includes 2 parts. The first part, administered in the morning, includes questions from the 5 main areas of practice in civil engineering. These include construction, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, transportation, and water resources and environmental engineering. The second part of the test, given in the afternoon, focuses on a single one of these 5 areas of practice, selected by you when you register for the exam. The PE exam is necessary to become a licensed professional engineer. The test is designed to be challenging, but not impossible to pass, so take preparation seriously.

SUMMARY:
Prepare for both the the FE and PE exams with NCEES prep materials. Take sample tests to help you study for the FE and PE exams. Take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. Pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam.