Sleep Quiz

Are You Getting a Proper Night's Rest?

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale helps determine a person’s level of daytime sleepiness.

Using the following scale, please indicate the likelihood that you would fall asleep in the following situations, as it applies to your current way of life.

0 = would never doze
1 = slight chance of dozing
2 = moderate chance of dozing
3 = high chance of dozing

Situation

Sitting and reading

0 1 2 3

Watching television

0 1 2 3

Sitting, inactive in a public place

0 1 2 3

As a passenger in a car for an hour, without a break

0 1 2 3

Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit

0 1 2 3

Sitting and talking to someone

0 1 2 3

Sitting quietly after lunch, without alcohol

0 1 2 3

In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic

0 1 2 3

Your Total

0

If you scored a 10 or greater, it is recommended that you consult your Primary Care Physician or a Sleep Specialist.

Ask your doctor to be referred to the Sleep Disorders Center at IU Health Saxony Hospital or IU Health Tipton Hospital.

Thank you for your participation!