Table 2.

Epworth Sleepiness Scale Likelihood of dozing off or falling asleep in the following situations.

Sitting and reading

Watching TV

Sitting inactive in a public place [theater/meeting]

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

Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit

Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol

Sitting and talking to someone

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

0= no chance of dozing

1= slight chance of dozing

2= moderate chance of dozing

3= high chance of dozing

ESS score is≥10 is consistent with Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.