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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

BR

Sep 29, 2018

Yes, it is very useful to me and I will suggest to my friends to take this course. My sincere Thanks to Connie B. Scanga, PhD, she taken the all lecture clearly and her lecture was easy to understand.

AB

Jun 29, 2017

I really enjoyed to the professor and the idea of learning the material with her students. It made me feel as if I was in the classroom learning with them. She broke down the material in a great way.

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By Michael M

Sep 5, 2016

Well prepared, good recording, great questions at the end of each video. The material could be a little more in depth.

By Abdalla A a

Jan 24, 2022

I think what make this cource interisting that it is step by step , and I really enjoyed . THank you for great work.

By Imanol G G

Sep 23, 2021

Mi primera experiencia en COURSERA y fué muy satisfactoria. Se la recomiendo siempre a todos mis alumnos de pregrado.

By Emilee T

Aug 2, 2022

I loved this course, the proffesor is passionate about teaching and everything is facinating and easy to understand.

By Zhi J L

Jul 15, 2020

Very clear, precise and easily -understandable explanations from Dr. Scanga and the instructors! I enjoyed it a lot!

By Nguyen L N

Nov 26, 2019

Thank you for giving me financial aids so that I can able to join this course. I’ve learned a lot about vital signs.

By Yanti S

May 25, 2018

I have great experience to have this very valuable knowledge. Thank you very much, Prof. Scanga. Thank you, Coursera

By Patrice E

Dec 11, 2020

The lectures were set at a thorough pace and weren't too long, so you could understand the concepts piece by piece.

By Xabier U

Jun 25, 2017

Utilpara saber porque pasa lo que pasa en nuestro cuerpo, o para valorar mejor los signos vitales de los pacientes.

By Fereshteh

May 3, 2022

Thank you, Dr.Scanga for your amazing teaching; I had a very enjoyable time learning with you.

Thank you, Coursera.

By Sandro Z

Nov 5, 2018

Excelente curso. Agradeço muito à professora Connie e seus colaboradores. Sentirei falta de todos. Muito Obrigado.

By lucas a p c

Jun 3, 2017

I loved this course. I have Biomedical Science Bachelor, and it was amazing to remember all these thing!

Thank you!

By Gerald L

May 11, 2020

Professionally presented and an enjoyable way to begin to learn about the marvelous complexity of the human body.

By Joanna C

Sep 4, 2024

It is difficult concept but with the step by step and detailed explanation, it makes learner easy to understand.

By David F W

Apr 7, 2019

Extremely interesting, well-structured and valuable. Also complimented and expanded prior study of neuroscience.

By Anirban B

Nov 16, 2017

good basic review of understanding about our body parameters. specially useful for nursing and paramedical staff

By Deleted A

Feb 4, 2023

This course was really helpful to understand the anatomy and physiology of our body vitals. Thank you so much..

By Ermioni T

Feb 7, 2022

For anyone who is interested in learning about the human body and ts fuctions this course is defiately for you

By Mary P G

Sep 19, 2020

Instructor was very easy to understand and she was excellent in explaining different areas and giving examples.

By Mindy L

Mar 29, 2020

I think this class is extremely helpful and useful, thank you the school and the website to provide this class.

By Anamaria S

Nov 18, 2018

I love it!!

Dr Scanga, you are AMAZING!!

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!!

Wishing you all the best!

By Ito A

Jun 23, 2017

This is a very good introductory course. Hope the school expands this MOOC program to other human body systems!

By Maria D R L C

Aug 12, 2022

Excelente curso.

Muchas gracias, me ha sido util para hacer un recordatorio y mejorar en aprendizaje obtenido.

By Jennifer A

Apr 19, 2022

Excellent, precise and consice information. Great delivery and timing by dr Scanga and her team and students.