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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 Andrew P

Jan 27, 2025

I learned many things about medicine in a high quality setting.

By Nataliia A

Jul 20, 2022

This course is perfect. I really enjoyed it so much. Thank you!

By Viviana G

Apr 24, 2020

Excellent course, You will learn everything you need about V.S.

By Berenice H M

Dec 7, 2019

es uno de los mejores cursos me encanto eh aprendido algo nuevo

By Daniel E E

Nov 30, 2019

I really enjoyed the course. THANK YOU SO MUCH, Professor Sanga

By ese a

Feb 2, 2025

It's for some one like me, so educative and easy to understand

By Cherry L A C

Mar 5, 2022

makes it easier for me to review the importance of vital signs

By Barbara A P

Sep 21, 2020

Great class, easy to follow and great breakdown of information

By Edward S

Jun 1, 2020

Excellent content. I thoroughly enjoyed this course.

Thank you.

By Ahmed A A M

Jun 7, 2018

One word... Thanks Dr. Scanga for your brilliant teaching way.

By Himanshu G

Nov 22, 2016

A great quick introduction. Must attend for every human being!

By Iman N A A

Sep 23, 2024

Efficient introductory course for aspiring nurses, well done!

By Maria E V

Oct 22, 2020

I enjoyed the course very much and found it very interesting.

By Joanna S g

Sep 16, 2020

Thoroughly enjoyed the way this course has been put together.

By Adriana F C M

Jul 1, 2020

EXCELENTE CURSO, MUY BIEN EXPLICADO, GRACIAS A LA PROFESORA!!

By Sabaa M

Nov 21, 2019

Lecture videos are very good at helping to learn key concepts

By Tony S

May 15, 2017

Great information that helps me to understand my body better.

By juan p b L

Mar 1, 2025

muy bueno, agradecido con todo el conocimiento proporcionado

By Christophe F

Oct 5, 2024

Dr Scanga was wonderful because she is so nice as a teacher.

By Ludovica S

Sep 30, 2022

easy understanding of the video lessons.. intresting course

By Felix K H S

Aug 13, 2020

very engaging material and lecturers. Very enjoyable course.

By Avtar S

May 27, 2020

Very good course for a layman to learn the essential basics.

By Sharoda R

May 5, 2020

Prof Scanga was brilliant. I thoroughly enjoyed the course.

By Nicoletta a

Apr 21, 2020

Wonderfully and very clear structured and taught. Thank you!

By Шеметюк С А

Apr 17, 2020

Happy to understand deeply how my body works! Thank you 🙏💕