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The Epworth Sleepiness Scale

This test may assist in determining if you are at risk of sleep disordered breathing.

Developed by Dr. Murray Johns of the Epworth Institute in Melbourne, the Epworth Sleepiness Scale measures how likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in common situations.

Please answer the questions below using the selection boxes at the right. 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 you would have responded.

Sitting and reading:
Watching TV:
Sitting, inactive, in a public place ( e.g. a theater or 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 lunch without alcohol:
In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic:
   
Total:

Results

<10      You are more than likely getting enough sleep. If anything changes, you may want to see your GP.

10-16   You may be suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness. Your GP can suggest ways to improve your sleep hygiene.

>16      You are dangerously sleepy. See your GP to find out how you can combat this and get your life back on track.

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