Sleep Apnea Assessment – Tampa, FL

The First Step Toward Better Nights

If you have been struggling to feel well-rested, you might suspect that you have a sleep disorder. But how can you know for sure if you have sleep apnea? Well, the only official way to get a diagnosis is to undergo a sleep test. In the meantime, the following assessment can provide some insight into whether you are at risk for sleep apnea. It may just be your first step toward better nights! Answer the questions as accurately and honestly as possible so our Tampa, FL, team can help you figure out your next steps.

Yes
 No

Snoring:

Do you snore loudly? (For example, does your snoring disturb your partner, or can you be heard through closed doors?)

Yes
 No

Tired:

Do you often feel tired, sleepy, and exhausted throughout the day? (This may be true even if you regularly sleep for 7 – 8 hours.)

Yes
 No

Observed:

Has your partner or anyone else observed you stop breathing or told you that you were choking or gasping during sleep?

Yes
 No

Pressure:

Do you have high blood pressure, or are you undergoing treatment for high blood pressure?

Yes
 No

Body Mass Index:

Is your BMI more than 35kg/m2? (If you aren’t sure what your BMI is, you can use this simple calculator.)

Yes
 No

Age: Are you 50 years of age or older?

Yes
 No

Neck Size:

For male, is your shirt collar 17 inches / 43 cm or larger? For female, is your shirt collar 16 inches / 41 cm or larger?

Yes
 No

Gender: Are you male?

After you answer the above questions, our team will be happy to help you determine what they mean. If necessary, we can refer you for official sleep apnea testing. Simply fill out the contact form below, and we will be in touch with you soon to schedule a consultation.