The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is a standard scale you will find at sleep clinics everywhere. It is used to determine just how sleepy you are. If you score over 10, then you should talk to your doctor.
Use this scale...
0 = would never doze or sleep.
1 = slight chance of dozing or sleeping
2 = moderate chance of dozing or sleeping
3 = high chance of dozing or sleeping
Here are the situations...
___ Sitting and reading
___ Watching TV
___ Sitting inactive in a public place
___ Being a passenger in a motor vehicle for an hour or more
___ Lying down in the afternoon
___ Sitting and talking to someone
___ Sitting quietly after lunch (no alcohol)
___ Stopped for a few minutes in traffic while driving
Add up the numbers for your total score. Remember, if you scored higher than 10, then you should see your doctor about your excessive daytime sleepiness.
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