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Epworth Test

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale

Epworth Self-Assessment and Screening Questionnaire

Sitting and Reading
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
Watching TV
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
Sitting Inactive in a Public Place (theater or a meeting)
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
As a passenger in a car fo ran hour without a break
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
Laying Down to Rest in the Afternoon
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
Sitting and Talking to Someone
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
Sitting Quietly After a Lunch (no alcohol)
no chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)
In a Car While Stopped for a Few Minutes in Traffic
No chance of dozing (0)
Slight chance of dozing (1)
Moderate chance of dozing (2)
High chance of dozing (3)

A total less than 10

suggests that you do not suffer from excessive daytime sleepiness

A total of 10 and more

suggests excessive sleepiness. It is recommended to consult your doctor to determine the cause and to find out if you are suffering from a sleep disorder.

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