Epworth Sleepiness Scale
The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is used to determine the level of daytime sleepiness. A score of 10 or more is considered sleepy. A score of 18 or more is very sleepy. Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation:
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
Print out this test, fill in your answers and see where you stand.
| Situation | Chance of Dozing or Sleeping |
| 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 | ____ |
| Total score (add the scores up) (This is your Epworth score) |
If your score is:
< 6 You are sleeping well
7 – 8 Average score
> 9 You may need to consider an evaluation at TOPs Snoring and Sleep Center
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