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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 Silvia N R R

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Jun 15, 2021

Thank you for this very good course.

By Екатерина

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Jun 16, 2020

excellent explanation of the material

By Sheesh P

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May 18, 2020

Informative and well planned. Thanks.

By Tia N A

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Apr 28, 2020

amazing course, super clear material!

By Debela D

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Jan 21, 2020

is very important and a nice lecture.

By Vaibhav V

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Nov 11, 2018

Great Course. It has taught me a lot.

By Sherihan A D

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May 3, 2017

It was an exciting and amazing course

By ALWALED A

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Aug 8, 2016

This is great .. helpful.. thanks all

By Sergio A P N

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Jul 15, 2024

la dra. excelente sus explicaciones.

By Hegna c

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Sep 12, 2023

the best course for nursing students

By mjsworld

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Nov 16, 2021

Easy to follow and very informative

By Manish B

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May 8, 2020

very detailed and informative course

By Clare b

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Jun 6, 2019

I found this course very interesting

By pushpendrapal s b

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Mar 6, 2019

very useful course for understanding

By Perth M A

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Sep 3, 2017

I've learned so much in this course.

By Yolanda ( H

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Apr 20, 2016

very precise and clear lecture video

By Barbi D

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Oct 20, 2024

Dr Scanga is an excellent educator.

By salma s A

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Jun 7, 2023

Its very interesting and educative.

By Siddhi W

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May 4, 2021

it's a very good platform to learn.

By Eva R P

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Apr 22, 2020

Great course! I liked it so much <3

By gaobinn@yahoo.com

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Jan 3, 2017

one of my exciting learning process

By Debora H D

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Apr 8, 2016

Perfect... Many thanks from Brazil.

By Esraa m m

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Oct 17, 2024

Was really amazing stuff and group

By Sakshi P

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Sep 28, 2024

Amazing course, it was so helpful.