Chevron Left
Back to Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

Learner Reviews & Feedback for Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us by University of Pennsylvania

4.8
stars
6,716 ratings

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.

Filter by:

1076 - 1100 of 1,694 Reviews for Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

By Zheer M

•

Sep 1, 2017

Haf fun. Learned a lot. Love Dr. Scanga.

By MARWA A M A

•

Jul 13, 2017

this is amazing course .. thanks courser

By Anari E D

•

Sep 20, 2016

Lots of information. Interesting course.

By Jan S

•

Mar 6, 2016

Very good overview about the vital signs

By JOELLEVLATKA J

•

Oct 27, 2024

i understood the lectures very well now

By Celeste T

•

Oct 10, 2023

A very engaging and informative course!

By DOMINGUEZ T V

•

Jul 20, 2022

MUy buen curso, muy completo y dinámico

By María F B

•

Oct 17, 2021

FUE UNA GRAN EXPERIENCIA, APRENDI MUCHO

By Rrison C

•

Sep 11, 2021

give an introduction to the human body.

By Jessica O

•

Oct 6, 2019

Really easy to understand and complete!

By David Y

•

Nov 10, 2016

Enjoyed every minute. Very informative.

By Gissela I R Z

•

Apr 1, 2025

Excelente, gracias por la oportunidad.

By CHRIST W

•

Aug 5, 2024

Clear explanation with simple wording.

By Marym E

•

Jun 27, 2024

Really useful, I enjoyed this lectures

By Karine P

•

Apr 30, 2024

Super interesting course, I recommend.

By Josephine W

•

Sep 8, 2021

Very interesting and insightful course

By Connie

•

May 25, 2020

REally informative, thank you so much.

By Bandar H A

•

Apr 16, 2020

Thank you so much I have learned a lot

By juan c m

•

Feb 4, 2018

It was great to remember these topics!

By Cheng-Yun M

•

Sep 16, 2017

very practical classes and information

By kelvin a

•

Jun 28, 2017

I thoroughly enjoy the lessons. Thanks

By Wiser W

•

Feb 18, 2017

Well planned and delivered. Excellent!

By richielyn h

•

Mar 13, 2025

i learned so much more of this course

By Shandur T

•

Feb 6, 2023

this is the best course , recommended