Problem: Article: Cover the surface that you will be working on with a drop cloth, newspaper, or cheap tablecloth. If there is anything near by that could get stained, move it out of the way or cover it up with a drop cloth or cheap tablecloth. It would be a good idea to wear some old clothing or a work apron as well. If you will be working with spray paint or oil-based paint, open up some windows to ensure good ventilation. This includes things like knobs, hinges, and metal plates. Place everything into labeled zippered bags or containers. Skip this step if you are working on a craft item with nailed or glued hardware. Removing this type of hardware will do more damage than good. This includes nailed or glued hardware that you could not remove on craft items. Run your fingernail or a burnishing tool across the tape to ensure a tight seal. If you don't have a tight seal, the paint can seep under the tape and give you a blurred line. It is best to use painter's tape as opposed to masking tape because painter's tape is less sticky. Masking tape is more likely to mar the surface or leave behind hard-to-clean residue. Start with a sanding block to smooth away any imperfections, then move on to sandpaper. If you are working with a rough surface, start with 60- to 80-grit sandpaper, then move onto a finer grit once the surface is evenly sanded. If you are working with a smoother surface, start with 120-grit sandpaper and move to 220-grit. Wipe the surface with a tack cloth, then clean it with warm, soapy water. Scrub any stubborn areas with an old toothbrush or manicure brush. Rinse the surface with fresh water, then let it dry completely. If the item you are painting is made from plastic, wipe it down with rubbing alcohol after you wash it with soap and water. Let the item air dry after you wipe it with rubbing alcohol.
Summary: Protect your workspace against stains. Remove all hardware, if needed. Cover anything that you do not want painted with painter's tape. Sand the surface smooth. Clean the surface to remove any sanding dust and previous grime.

Problem: Article: If the symptoms do not subside within a few hours, consider seeking urgent medical advice. Though it's not a life or death situation, make the call, even if only for advice. The ER doctor most likely will give the patient Valium or Xanax and possibly a Beta-Blocker like Atenolol to calm the heart and the adrenaline in the body. If this is the first time they have had a panic attack, they may want to seek medical attention because they are frightened of what is happening to them. If they've had panic attacks in the past, however, they may know that getting emergency care will worsen their state. Ask them. This decision will ultimately depend on the individual's experience and your interactions with him or her. Panic attacks are a form of anxiety that should be treated by a medical professional. A good therapist should be able to pinpoint the panic attack triggers or, at the very least, help the individual get a better grasp on the physiological side of the situation. If they do begin it, allow them to proceed at their own pace. Let them know that therapy is not for kooks. It is a legitimate form of help that millions of people are a part of. What's more, a therapist may prescribe a medication that halts the problem in its tracks. The medication may not stop the attacks completely, but will surely lower the amount and frequency of them. You may feel incredibly guilty that you are the one freaking out during a friend's panic attack, but this is normal. Know that being alarmed and a bit scared is a healthy response to witnessing one of these episodes. If it'd help, ask the person if you can talk about it later, so you can handle it better in the future.
Summary: Seek medical help. Help the person find therapy. Take care of yourself.

Problem: Article: Avoid letting your dog get familiar with toileting indoors if you'd like it to toilet outside. If you have a place in your yard where you'd like your dog to toilet, bring it to the spot immediately. Before you even go into your house, let it sniff around the yard until your dog urinates or defecates. When your dog does urinate or defecate, give your dog lots of verbal praise and attention so your dog associates going to the bathroom outside with being praised. In order to make your French bulldog a good household member, begin potty training your dog as soon as you get it. If you wait to begin training and let your dog toilet on puppy pads, it will take longer to potty train it and you dog will be confused about where to toilet. You'll need to be very consistent and encouraging when you begin housebreaking your French bulldog. Most dogs will show signs that they need to toilet, so watch your French bulldog to become familiar with your dog's specific signs. You should also be in the habit of frequently giving it the opportunity to toilet. Signs that your dog needs to toilet include: Panting Pacing or sniffing around the house Barking Wandering off to a quiet area If you didn't notice your dog's cue to toilet or your dog accidentally goes in the house, thoroughly clean up the mess. You'll need to use a product designed for pet messes or a special pet-urine enzymatic cleaner. This will completely remove the scent of urine so your dog doesn't return to the same spot to toilet later. Don't scold or hit your dog for having an accident. Your dog won't be able to associate the punishment with the action (toileting inside) and your dog will learn not to trust you.
Summary: Decide where you want your dog to toilet. Start training right away. Watch for signs that your dog needs to toilet. Clean up messes immediately.

Problem: Article: Set it to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). You can skip straight to roasting, but parboiling the parsnips first will help prevent dry or chewy parsnips. To parboil, put whole or halved parsnips in salted, boiling water and cook for 8 minutes or until slightly tender. Rinse with cold water until they stop steaming, then pat dry. This is more important for mature parsnips more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, which have a woody, fibrous core. If you do not plan on parboiling, cut out the cores from large parsnips and discard them. Parboiling the peel will loosen it and allow you to slide it off by hand. If you did not parboil, leave the peel intact, since the best flavor is right underneath it. The parsnips are ready when they are browned or lightly caramelized in a few places, but not yet shriveled. This typically takes 45 minutes, or as little as 20 minutes if you parboiled the vegetables first. Check on them early, since cooking time varies with the size of your pieces. For more even browning, check on the parsnips after 10 or 20 minutes and flip pieces that are sticking to the pan. Like potatoes, parsnips tend to have a dry texture that improves when paired with butter, cream, yogurt, or creme fraiche. Optionally, toss with fresh herbs that match your seasonings, such as chopped cilantro to go with coriander and cumin. You can keep the dish warm in an oven on a low setting until the rest of your dinner is prepared.
Summary:
Preheat your oven. Parboil if you prefer a soft texture. Roast until lightly browned. Serve immediately.