How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to feeling just tired? This refers to your usual way of life in recent times. Even if you have not done some of these things recently try to work out how they would have affected you. Please use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation.
0 = No chance of dozing
1 = Slight chance of dozing
2 = Moderate chance of dozing
3 = High chance of dozing
If you scored ten or above, you should be seen and evaluated by your physician.
Screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
- Do you snore?
- Are you tired during the day?
- Have you been told you stop breathing during your sleep?
- Do you have a history of high blood pressure?
- Is your neck size greater than 17 inches (male) or greater than 16 inches (female)?
- Do you have diabetes?
If you answered yes to two or more of the above questions, you should be seen and evaluated by your physician. |
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