Short Description
An alarm connected to a thin moisture sensitive sheet which reacts to the first drops of urine. Used for retraining of night time continence as the individual / child learns to wake when the urge to urinate is felt.
More Details
* The thin and soft sensor sheet is placed under a drawsheet.
* The alarm device is placed out of reach from the bed and connected to the sensor sheet with a wire.
* The alarm is equipped with two batteries.
* The alarm sound is very loud and is released when the sensor sheet is moist.
* If the child perspires a lot, the sensitivity of the alarm device can be
adjusted so that risk of false alarm is prevented.
* Available for hire from pharmacies - client required to purchase own sensor pad.
Factors To Consider
Before using a bed wetting alarm or urinary drainage products it is recommended that you seek advice from a continence health professional. Contact the the National Continence Helpline for further information (see Continence Foundation of Australia in price details for Helpline phone number).
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp