Sleep Tests

Epworth Sleepiness Scale

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is caused by the relaxation of your throat muscles, and your tongue falls back and blocks the airway. Image used courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.

You can use this self-test to see if you are getting enough sleep.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, nearly seven out of 10 Americans say they experience frequent sleep problems and 67% of American adults do not get the recommended eight hours of sleep per night.

How tired are you, and how likely are you to doze off at inappropriate times?

Read the following situations and use the scale provided to rate your sleepiness.
0 = No chance of falling asleep
1 = Slight chance of falling asleep
2 = Moderate chance of falling asleep
3 = High chance of falling asleep

Sitting and reading
0  1  2  3 

Watching TV
0  1  2  3 

Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g. a theater or a meeting)
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 as 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 

Epworth Scoring Results

1–6 = Good. You're likely getting restful sleep.
7–9 = Okay. Your sleep could be improved.
10 or higher = Bad. You may have a sleep disorder like sleep apnea.

Berlin Sleep Questionnaire

Category 1

Do you snore?
 Yes  No  I don't know

How loud is your snoring?
 As loud as breathing
 As loud as talking
 Louder than talking
 Very loud

How frequently do you snore?
 Almost every day
 3 - 4 times per week
 1 - 2 times per week
 1 - 2 times per month
 Never or almost never

Does your snoring bother other people?
 Yes  No

How often have your breathing pauses been noticed?
 Almost every day
 3 - 4 times per week
 1 - 2 times per week
 1 - 2 times per month
 Never or almost never

Category 2

Are you tired after sleeping?
 Almost every day
 3 - 4 times per week
 1 - 2 times per week
 1 - 2 times per month
 Never or almost never

Are you tired during wake time?
 Almost every day
 3 - 4 times per week
 1 - 2 times per week
 1 - 2 times per month
 Never or almost never

How often do you nod off or fall asleep while driving?
 Almost every day
 3 - 4 times per week
 1 - 2 times per week
 1 - 2 times per month
 Never or almost never

Category 3

Do you have high blood pressure?
 Yes  No  I don't know

BMI (body mass index) * greater than 30 ?
 Yes  No
*(Use the following formula to calculate your BMI)

formula weight in pounds - height in inches

If your test results show that you may have sleep apnea, schedule a consultation with Dr. Finkel to find out what your next step should be.

To make an appointment, call 770‑212‑9691 or click here to request an appointment online.