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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 Silvy M

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Jun 14, 2023

Interesting and helpful course. Thank you!

By Giovanna S G

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May 30, 2022

The course was amazing, thank you so much!

By odeimis d r e

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Jan 31, 2022

de gran ayuda para nuestros conocimientos.

By Mega S

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Nov 20, 2020

i love how the professor explaining things

By Ahmed A T A

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Apr 20, 2019

that is the best course about vital signs.

By Chiahung C

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Jan 1, 2019

Great and valuable information and lesson.

By Floriberto C R

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Feb 16, 2018

Muy completo, sobre paso mis expectativas.

By LOKHA R A B

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Apr 1, 2017

Nice course. Very interactive and helpful.

By Mila R

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Feb 28, 2017

Very well organized and explained content.

By Alice M K

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Feb 18, 2017

I loved it! It took me a week to complete!

By Cesaria Y

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Dec 18, 2024

Very comprehensively discussed. thank you

By Maha E T

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Oct 10, 2024

The instructor & the notes are so helpful

By Hanane L s

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Sep 21, 2024

شكرا على الدورة الرائعة الغنية بالمعلومات

By Sabrina R

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Aug 10, 2024

Dr. Scanga was amazing and very thorough.

By Abdulhakim A

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May 29, 2024

This course is very Iteresting and thanks

By arnav w

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Sep 4, 2022

Amazing course with wonderfull proffesor

By Aiman w

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Mar 28, 2022

an excellent course.I learnt alot from it

By Arjina

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Jun 21, 2020

The course was awesome. Loved the content

By Dr M P

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Jun 21, 2016

good course for understanding vital signs

By kiatnern

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Apr 17, 2016

Really interesting and great presentation

By M.C.G. B

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Apr 18, 2024

Easy to follow. Great video's. Loved it.

By SALIH R

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Sep 15, 2023

amazing content and eye opening sessions

By MANDEEP S G S

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May 17, 2023

brilliant course with brilliant teachers

By Diana L C B

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May 14, 2020

Excelente curso y muy fácil de entender!

By Сас С В

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Dec 13, 2019

Дуже цікавий курс з точки зопу медицини.