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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 Defensor d F e C

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Feb 14, 2024

Essencial pra quem é da área da saúde. Show!!

By Xavier C

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Jan 25, 2024

Excellent instructor. Content easy to follow.

By Nina U

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Nov 13, 2023

Very informative yet very easy to understand.

By mariama d

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Sep 5, 2022

the course is very educated. it teach me alot

By FRIDAUS N

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Jul 27, 2022

an excellent introduction to human physiology

By smritika v

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Nov 12, 2020

Dr. Scanga a great teacher. Great explanation

By Andy W

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Aug 9, 2020

The content is useful and easy to understand.

By Assiel H

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Jul 1, 2020

it is so interesting and helpful , enjoyed it

By Guy R J

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Jun 19, 2020

Great course. Very well presented. Thank you.

By VanessaVlogs

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Jun 2, 2020

Informative with hands-on clinical knowledge.

By Pascal D

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May 17, 2020

This information will serve me for a lifetime

By Juanruiz R

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Feb 7, 2020

NO HAY OTRA PALABRA QUE DECIR EXCELENTE CURSO

By Christina G

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Oct 23, 2022

Exceptionally clear and well-paced content.

By RENE L O

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May 8, 2020

EASY TO UNDERSTAND THE BASICS OF VITAL SIGNS

By Christian T

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Dec 15, 2017

Thank you for the lessons, Professor Scanga.

By Pierre J

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Apr 1, 2017

It's so very instructive. Thank you so much.

By saniya z

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Mar 2, 2017

an excellent course i have ever done before.

By Khaled W

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Sep 6, 2020

it,s very good the course name vital sings.

By Chijioke O

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Jun 19, 2018

Great course. Very insightful and relevant!

By Xuejing J

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Aug 14, 2017

Easy to understand. A well organized class.

By Andy

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Jul 24, 2017

Very interesting and well explained course.

By Steve R

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Apr 2, 2017

Great info and presentation format. Thanks.

By saeed h

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Mar 23, 2017

That was very fantastic and I learned much.

By Frank J R B

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Jan 31, 2017

El 90% de la información es sumamente útil.

By Arohi M

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Jan 28, 2025

Very helpful and too much information gain