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FAQ - How do you get the Epworth sleepiness scale score?  Answer To Frequently Asked Question

 

FAQ - How do you get the Epworth sleepiness scale score?

 
  The Epworth Sleepiness Scale and answer key is below. Circle your answers and tally up the numbers to get your score. If you score a 9 or higher you could be a candidate for a Home Sleep Test.

Epworth Sleepiness Scale

In the last 30 days, how likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations (in contrast to feeling just tired)?

High Chance

Moderate Chance

Slight Chance

No Chance

1. Sitting and Reading

3

2

1

0

2. Watching TV

3

2

1

0

3. Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g. theater, meeting)

3

2

1

0

4. As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break

3

2

1

0

5. Lying down to rest in the afternoon

3

2

1

0

6. Sitting and talking to someone

3

2

1

0

7. Sitting quietly after lunch (when you've had no alcohol)

3

2

1

0

8. In the car while stopped for a few minutes in traffic

3

2

1

0

Total Score

Answer Key

1 - 6
You are getting enough sleep

7-8
Your score is average

9 or more
You could be a candidate for an HST



 
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