How to bathe your pet rat
Before starting, ensure that your rat is comfortable being semi-submerged in water.
Do not force your rat to go in the water.
Close the bathroom door and fill the sink about halfway with warm water.

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- Lay a towel down next to the sink, so they can jump out and shake off the water. Also, have a towel ready to dry them off.
- If the water is not hot enough before you begin, give your rat a bath and leave the water on briefly. Apply some aloe vera or store-bought aloe vera water solution on your rat.
- Fill your sink about 1/4 of the way with water. If the water pressure is low start slowly! Push your rat into the sink.
- Your rat will be able to accept the hot water much better if his face and body is submerged in the water for several minutes or so. Put the rat's tail and feet in the water.

Lay a towel down next to the sink, so they can jump out and shake off the water. Also, have a towel ready to dry them off.

How to use rapid hypnosis
Practice speaking in a soothing tone.
It's imperative that you talk to your subject in a way that calms and relaxes him. Practice speaking slowly, with some rhythm and melody and no harsh or discordant tones.

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- This could include using your hands or speaking in a calm low voice. A lullaby is a good choice for this.
- This technique will work best when you are practicing hypnosis at home, in a child's bedroom or in a classroom. You may also be able to find recordings and videos online.
- Start with moderate nasal " e " sounds and flick your wrist as you speak. Try a lower " e " noise when your tongue is stuffed with a lot of mucus.
- Use this as an opportunity to practice your script; if you struggle with what you want to say during induction it will break the subject's focus. You also should not sound like you're reading off a script.

Use this as an opportunity to practice your script; if you struggle with what you want to say during induction it will break the subject's focus. You also should not sound like you're reading off a script.

How to recognize the warning signs of a stroke
Look for weak facial muscles or limbs.
The person may be unable to hold objects or suddenly lose balance while standing. Look for signs that only one side of the person's face or body has become weaker.

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- If the person is able to hold a piece of fruit (the one with a crooked spot) that is stronger than the other side, it may be a sign of a stroke. Even if you can clearly see the symptoms of a stroke, the person's limbs may bob suddenly.
- One side of the person's mouth may droop when smiling or he may not be able to hold both arms up over his head. Look for confusion or trouble with speaking or understanding speech.
- Call 911 immediately if the person seems unable to sit down or stand straight, has difficulty walking or moving, and can easily fall over. A person may flinch or feel light-headed as if he or she is ill.
- Signs that one side of the face or body has become weak include : Tightness of the face or eyes muscle weakness or weakness of the person's arms, legs, and feet Take a look at the person's breath. When someone is in distress or suffering from a stroke, they may stop breathing.

One side of the person's mouth may droop when smiling or he may not be able to hold both arms up over his head. Look for confusion or trouble with speaking or understanding speech.

How to make caramel apples
Wash the apples and pull the stems off.
Some apples come waxed, which can keep the caramel from sticking. If your apples came waxed, wash them using some baking soda and water.

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- Insert a wooden stick into each stem hole, and place the apples in the fridge. This will cool the apples down, and help the caramel coating harden faster.
- You can pat them dry using a clean cloth. Make sure to squeeze any excess water out of the apples so they're completely dry.
- If your apples were cured in the oven, place them in a bowl for a better cleaning. If you're not squeamish about how much caramel you place in your apples, try combining together 1/3 cup (125 g) caramel and 1/3 cup (59 ml) milk.
- Next, separate the apples, make them into smaller chunks, and trim any tender spots where the apples have gotten tough. You can use a sharp knife to do this; use a dull knife; cut each apple into a manageable-sized slice, and store.
Insert a wooden stick into each stem hole, and place the apples in the fridge. This will cool the apples down, and help the caramel coating harden faster.