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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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Feb 18, 2025

muy bueno y completo

By Gissel o t

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Jun 10, 2024

excelente profesores

By Javier P

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Mar 1, 2023

I loved this course!

By Ar S

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Sep 7, 2022

thanks for you all .

By Muhammad H U

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Nov 19, 2021

it was very valuable

By Hong J C

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Aug 26, 2020

It is great. Thanks.

By Peerawut S

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May 25, 2020

I love the lecturors

By Debapriya H

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Apr 26, 2020

a wonder full course

By Pareshkumar N C

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Jan 18, 2019

EASY TEACHING METHOD

By Carlos F R C

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Mar 5, 2016

It is just amazing!!

By Michael R D

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Dec 9, 2024

hassle but worth it

By Ajay T

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Feb 23, 2024

Excellent lectures.

By TMU許瑋倫

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Nov 28, 2023

上課內容對醫學生有實質幫助，獲益良多。

By Kristine - J L

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Jul 20, 2022

Thank you so much..

By K R V

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Aug 1, 2021

thank you very much

By vincer g

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May 27, 2021

informative course

By Nancy R

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May 17, 2021

Its a great course!

By Amber H

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Jan 14, 2021

-excellent teaching

By Seros S

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Mar 17, 2018

Really Really good.

By Ilić V

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Jun 2, 2017

Phenomenal course.

By sara m r

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Mar 21, 2017

It is a good course

By Алтынай М

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Jul 22, 2024

Очень хороший курс

By Hayat E o

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May 18, 2024

استفدت الكثير شكرا

By wendy

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May 13, 2024

Easy to understand

By Dr H Z K

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Oct 27, 2023

Highly recommended