The Epworth Sleepiness Scale
How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations in contrast to just feeling tired? This refers to your usual way of life in recent times. Even if you have not done some of these things recently, try to work out how they would have affected you. Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation:
0 - No chance of dozing 1 - Slight chance of dozing 2 - Moderate chance chance of dozing 3 - High chance of dozing
____ Sitting and reading
____ Watching TV
____ Sitting, inactive in a public place like a theater or meeting
____ As a passenger in a car for one hour without a break
____ Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit
____ Sitting and talking to someone
____ Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol
____ In a car while stopped for a few minutes in traffic
____ TOTAL
1-6 You are getting enough sleep
7-9 Your score is average
>10 Discuss this with your physician
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