The Epworth Sleepiness Scale
The Epworth Sleepiness Scale measures how liely you are to doze off or fall asleep in certain situations. Please answe the following questions by choosing the most appropriate number for each situation:
0 = would never doze
1 = slight chance of dozing
2 = moderate chance of
dozing
3 = high chance of dozing
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ACTIVITY
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SCORE
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| Sitting and reading |
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| Watching TV |
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| As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break |
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| Sitting and talking to someone |
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| Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol |
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| In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic |
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| TOTAL SCORE |
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A score of 9 or above indicates you may be having a problem with daytime sleepiness but below 9 does not necessarily mean that you don't have a problem. See your healthcare professional for advice if you snore, have been told that you awake gasping for breath or if you are sleepy during the day. |