Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
See significance of excessive daytime sleepiness if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Have you ever fallen asleep at an inappropriate time, such as while working or while driving?
Note: If you have fallen asleep at an inappropriate time, do not operate a motor vehicle or engage in other activities that may cause you or someone else harm if you fall asleep until you see your health professional.
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Is daytime sleepiness causing problems at work, school, or home?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: March 16, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Donald Sproule, MD, CM, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine Lisa S. Weinstock, MD - Psychiatry | |
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