We understand that it is important to find out if you suffer from sleep apnea. But how do you know when to reach out and ask for more information? While you can ask at any point, we have a solution that might help steer you in the right direction.
Below you will find a sleep apnea survey that will help you gain a better understanding of what you are experiencing and if you should reach out. Let’s take a look.
How likely are you to doze off during the day?
How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations? You should rate your chances of dozing off, not just feeling tired.
1. Sitting and reading
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
2. Watching television
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
3. Sitting inactive in a public space (i.e. a theater or a meeting)
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
4. As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
5. Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
6. Sitting and talking to someone
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
7. Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
8. In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic
a. No chance of dozing
b. Slight chance of dozing
c. Moderate chance of dozing
d. High chance of dozing
If you experience a high chance of dozing in most of these situations you might be suffering from sleep apnea.
Please contact us at Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia for more information on sleep apnea and how we can help!
