Epworth Sleep Test
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How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to just feeling 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
| Situation: | Chance of Dozing |
| Sitting and reading | _________ |
| Watching television | _________ |
| Sitting, inactive in a public place (ie. A theater or a meeting) | _________ |
| As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break | _________ |
| Lying down in 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 ESS SCORE: | _________ |
The Epworth Sleepiness Test is a tool, not a diagnosis. However, if your ESS score is:
| 1-6 | Obstructive Sleep Apnea is Less Likely |
| 7-8 | Your Score is Average |
| 9 or Higher | Obstructive Sleep Apnea is More Likely and You Should Seek the Advice of a Sleep Specialist |
If you are in the St. Paul, Minneapolis, Woodbury, or Hudson areas and would like to know more about the treatment of Sleep Apnea, please call 651-739-8573 or email Dr. Nippoldt today for a complimentary consultation.
