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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....

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JA

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I really enjoyed the course. It looked at vital signs in a really different view from the traditional ways of looking at it and it was really informative. The practical sessions too were great. Nice!

DO

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I struggled in the beginning, but, as the course progressed I improved. Dr. Scanga and the teaching staff were awesome. Encouraging students and tossing in humor made the course interesting for me.

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By Katharine N

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Apr 6, 2021

Awesome course! Connie B. Scanga, PhD, is an outstanding instructor.

By JJ C

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Mar 21, 2021

One of the most enjoyable courses thus far. Learning many new things.

By Krish S P

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Jul 8, 2020

this is an excellent course to understand the normal basic processes.

By Elizabeth G

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Oct 14, 2017

I really enjoyed the information presented and it was easy to follow.

By Güneş E

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Sep 12, 2017

It was one of the best and informative courses i've took on coursera.

By Minawar S

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Sep 13, 2021

Great and tough subject made simple, easy and entertaining to learn!

By Helena S

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Jun 30, 2021

Excelente cada explicacion, ejemplos y la dinamica de los assesment.

By Laura P

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May 4, 2020

Amazing course! I learned so much, and the professors were the best.

By Valquíria R A

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Jul 28, 2017

Maravilhoso curso nota mil, foi muito bom fazer este curso. Parabens

By Ricardo A B

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Aug 16, 2016

Different perspectives, very interesting and informative! Thank you!

By Kanthan S

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Aug 14, 2023

A very helpful course for learning in detail about the vital signs.

By João

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Mar 4, 2022

Excellent teaching course, easy to understand and very interesting.

By Shereen K Z

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Jan 30, 2022

The course contents were explained in a simple and interesting way.

By Lisa-Ann B

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Nov 25, 2021

Excellent course. Dr. Scanga is very articulate and easy to follow.

By Zornitsa P P

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Jun 9, 2021

Great course, I've learn a lot and i enjoyed it so much! Thank you.

By ORTENCA D

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Nov 12, 2019

It was a very useful and practical course . Thank you Prof. Scanga.

By Andy D

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Mar 16, 2018

It is helpful to learn these knowledges as a power lifting trainer.

By Lawzha S L

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Dec 31, 2016

It was a really fun course to take and contained great information!

By Freki1900

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Mar 25, 2016

It do help me a lot in the learning about essential signals. Thanks

By Leah H

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Dec 20, 2022

Great overview of the vital signs. Easy to understand instruction.

By Kathryn P

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Mar 5, 2021

Great course and review , good pace and lots of useful information

By Emma N

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Jul 31, 2020

Doing the course as a summer activity, had lots of fun! Thank you!

By Marie-Eve B

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May 18, 2020

Great way to learn more about vital signs or even just the basics.

By Shravanthi C

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Mar 30, 2020

Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Was not too heavy and overwhelming.

By Juan B

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Jan 13, 2020

Thorough course to understand what the body is telling us and how.