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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 Doctor I Y

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Apr 24, 2018

Super!Good luck!Galleyr!

By Mahmoud A

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Mar 15, 2018

Very good thing to learn

By Angela G

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Jan 25, 2018

Would live a certificate

By Sandra H S

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Aug 7, 2017

IT IS a fantastic course

By Aly S

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Nov 27, 2016

thanks alot dr. Scanga ♥

By Bart S

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Jun 14, 2016

outstanding, do it again

By Dr. K

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Jul 25, 2024

I have gained knowledge

By Jairo H

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May 11, 2023

A+++++ Best Course ever

By Abdelrahman E

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Mar 25, 2023

it was a helpful course

By Tajallah N

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Sep 29, 2022

such an amazing course

By Fabrienne D T E

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May 22, 2021

Very easy to understand

By Casha H

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May 16, 2021

I am very satisfied 😁.

By Cristian R C S

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Mar 27, 2021

Gran curso, me encantó.

By Pooja P

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Apr 16, 2018

fairly good for learing

By Maryam K A

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Apr 4, 2018

very easy and enjoyable

By Aymen B

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Jun 8, 2017

Excellent for begginner

By James T

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Jul 25, 2016

This is a great course.

By Zainab m h m

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Jul 8, 2024

Thank you dr scanga 💕

By deysi R L C

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Dec 9, 2023

super bien, me encanto

By Thayna K P M d P

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Jan 21, 2022

Excellent!! Thank you!

By Karan A

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Jan 13, 2019

Really helpful, cheers

By Nasuha

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Aug 19, 2024

Wonderfull experience

By Mohamed A “

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Jan 29, 2023

Clear and in-depth!!!

By Lilah N

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Sep 9, 2021

Love love loved it!!!

By Asfand E

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Apr 14, 2020

Very much appreciated