Take the Epworth Sleepiness Scale Test to see if you may benefit from a
sleep disorder evaluation.
The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is used by sleep professionals to measure
sleepiness. Choose the most appropriate number for each situation and
total your score.
How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations,
in contrast to feeling just tired?
Use the following scale to choose 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
It is important that you answer each question as best you can.
Situation Chance of Dozing (0-3)
Sitting and reading ___
Watching TV ___
Sitting, inactive in a public place (e.g. a theatre or a meeting) ___
As a passenger in a car for an 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 the traffic ___
TOTAL = ____
IF YOUR SCORE IS :
LESS THAN 8: Normal sleep function
8 to10: Mild sleepiness
11 to 15: Moderate Sleepiness
16 to 20: Severe Sleepiness
21 to 24: Excessive Sleepiness
If your score is above 10, you should contact your primary care physician
to see if you could benefit from a sleep disorder evaluation.
Need more information?
For more information about sleep disorders, call toll free:
1-877-771-1234 in the Westmoreland area or
855-431-1881 in the Butler/Clarion area.
