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About the Course

The vital signs – heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiration rate, and pain – communicate important information about the physiological status of the human body. In this six-part course we explore the anatomy and physiology underlying the vital signs so that you will develop a systematic, integrated understanding of how the body functions. Relevant body systems are reviewed including cardiovascular and respiratory, followed by explanations of how the function of these systems affects vital signs. We discuss normal ranges, normal variants, and the mechanisms that underlie changes in the objective measurement of vital signs. The course also includes demonstrations of appropriate techniques for measuring vital signs in yourself and others. The course is designed for a broad, general audience but will be particularly interesting for individuals working in healthcare, those considering a career as a healthcare professional, lay caregivers, those with an interest in personal health and fitness, or anyone who simply wants to understand how the body functions....

Top reviews

JC

Jul 5, 2017

Really enjoyed this course. It was very well taught and I particularly liked the way that it was done within a classroom setting, rather than just the lecturer talking to camera. I also learnt a lot

FL

Dec 7, 2021

Dr. Scanga's approach on consistently relating the organ structure to its function makes it easier to remember. Her examples are easy to relate to which makes me appreciate the subject content more.

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By Maria L M d S M L

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Jun 24, 2020

O curso é incrivel! adorei! A didática da professora Dr. Connie é muito boa! Vale muito a pena fazer o curso!

By Ahmad A

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Sep 18, 2022

It was very helpful course to learn how body work and meaning of vital sign.

Thanks professor Conne Scanga.

By DANIEL F P N

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Sep 15, 2021

Muy importante aprender y recordar lo importante que son los signos vitales al momento de ver a un paciente.

By Samantha C

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Jan 12, 2021

Dr. Scanga was excellent!!!! You will for sure walk away from this course with more knowledge then you had!!

By Jenna C

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Jun 3, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. It was the perfect amount of detail and Dr. Scanga was an excellent professor.

By John K C

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Apr 10, 2020

loved this course. I would suggest this to anyone that is looking for knowledge or interested in healthcare

By Marie-France B

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Mar 27, 2020

I enjoyed this course very much! Dr.Scanga breaks everything down for everyone to understand. Learned a lot!

By Warren w

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Dec 5, 2020

This was an amazing course. I have learnt a lot and I would think everyone who made it possible. Thank you.

By Maftuna S

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May 8, 2020

Incredibly educational and engaging course! Thank you professor Connie B. Scanga and the rest of the team.

By Usman A

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Apr 2, 2020

I love the course & the way of teaching ... I enjoyed learning as it improves my concepts about Vital Signs

By Miriam R

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Dec 1, 2016

Thorough and useful information presented in a hands-on, practical manner. I very much enjoyed this course!

By Abubakar A

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Nov 4, 2023

I enjoyed the course and also learned a lot from the Professor. She's incredible and the best in the line.

By oyindamola A

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Oct 19, 2020

This course is very helpful as it runs through the basics of vital signs. It is also easy to understand.

By Noor u a

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Apr 23, 2020

This course helped me understand some of very beneficial terms that will help me in my academic progress.

By Lulu H

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Jul 27, 2016

Incredible professor, perfect pace, very educational! Best online course I've ever come across. Thank you!

By Usama T

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May 7, 2024

It wasn't just informative but also well-presented if you want to keep your audience engaged in learning.

By Erika T

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Oct 28, 2021

Fantastic, very thorough but easy to digest the information. Congratulations on providing a great course.

By Jean M

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Nov 9, 2020

Thank you DR Scanga-it was so simple listening to your teaching. Wish i had you as a teacher 50 yrs ago

By Ailton o

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Sep 11, 2020

É um ótimo curso e de extrema importância recomendo a todos que faça por e muito bom e ótimas explicações

By JYOTHSNAVI T

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Aug 24, 2020

Excellent course, well structured and explanation is lucid and clear.Useful for medicos and para medics.

By mateo

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Jun 22, 2020

I´m 16 years old this was a verry well explained course, I really enjoied it and im glad that I took it.

By Badrinarayanan S

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Jul 2, 2017

It was explained in a manner that could be easily visualized and comprehended. Thank you Dr.Connie Scanga

By Anand V I M

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Mar 3, 2017

Lectures were excellent and easy to follow. The content also gave me a great insight into the human body.

By maria j a

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Apr 19, 2016

Excelente curso. Todo el contenido fue muy claro y útil para repasar o incluso para iniciarse en el tema.

By ELIAS I C R

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Apr 11, 2021

EXCELLENT course. I learned a lot. I like the subjects, the references and ALL discussions and examples.