Daytime sleepiness.
Put it into words.
The Epworth Sleepiness Scale asks about the chance of dozing during everyday situations. It can help start a conversation about sleepiness; it cannot diagnose sleep apnea.
Eight situations.
One part of the picture.
The questionnaire asks about eight situations, each rated from 0 (no chance of dozing) to 3 (high chance). The standard scale adds these ratings for a possible total of 0–24. It measures reported daytime sleepiness, not the number of breathing interruptions during sleep.
A low score does not rule out sleep apnea, and a high score does not identify its cause. Your symptoms, medical history, and any recommended sleep testing still matter. Avoid driving when you feel too sleepy to drive safely.
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Sources & further reading
Sources checked October 4, 2026. General education; individual care requires a clinical evaluation.
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