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A toilet instruction method and apparatus is described in which toilet use is monitored and one or more audible messages is produced which instruct users of the toilet regarding next steps in toilet use and hygiene. The apparatus includes a housing which is removably attachable to the toilet. A swit

A toilet instruction method and apparatus is described in which toilet use is monitored and one or more audible messages is produced which instruct users of the toilet regarding next steps in toilet use and hygiene. The apparatus includes a housing which is removably attachable to the toilet. A switch arm extends from the housing and is coupled with the toilet flush handle. An audio speaker is partly enclosed within the housing and produces the audible messages. Electronic circuitry enclosed within the housing receives a switch activity signal indicative of the position of the switch arm and responsively activates production of the audible messages. The electronic circuitry includes a message storage unit for storing a plurality of messages.

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[ I claim:] [1.] An apparatus for instructing a person in use of a toilet and associated personal hygiene, comprising:a detector unit operable to produce a detect signal responsive to toilet use activity;a control unit coupled with the detector unit and operable to receive the detect signal and prod

[ I claim:] [1.] An apparatus for instructing a person in use of a toilet and associated personal hygiene, comprising:a detector unit operable to produce a detect signal responsive to toilet use activity;a control unit coupled with the detector unit and operable to receive the detect signal and produce a control signal in response thereto;a message storage unit coupled with the control unit and operable to store a plurality of recorded messages, the message storage unit operable to receive the control signal and produce a selected one of a plurality of message signals in response thereto; anda message output unit coupled with the message storage unit and operable to receive the selected message signal and to produce a corresponding audible instruction concerning the use of the toilet and associated personal hygiene.