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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 Azhi R M

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Apr 4, 2020

Great course for the first year collage student.

By Kimberly B S

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Mar 31, 2019

Easy and fun to learn actually. Very informative

By Рашид

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Dec 3, 2018

These are wonderful cours and wonderful teacher.

By Amaly S

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Mar 18, 2018

Dynamic Lecturer. Awesome outline and resources.

By 虞雅雯

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Dec 1, 2017

Thanks a lot!! Amazing course, helps me so such!

By mahmoud f م ف

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Sep 4, 2017

great course . very professional and educational

By LEDEUX N

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Jul 5, 2017

cours déjà suivi mais je le re-suis avec plaisir

By Lisa M

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Oct 13, 2016

I learned a lot about Vital Sign I never knew!!!

By amal a a

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Oct 12, 2016

I want my certificate that i finished the course

By Angelica M

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Sep 10, 2024

Es genial y práctico a pesar de estar en ingles

By Ayesha Z

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Oct 3, 2023

This course was super engaging and interesting.

By Alaa W

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Aug 30, 2021

good teacher and perfect explanation, I love it

By Stefano C

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Apr 5, 2021

It was very interesting. Thanks from Australia!

By Sophia S

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Jan 3, 2021

An amazing course, highly recommend.

Thank you.

By Kissica D

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Dec 1, 2020

I fine it very helpful and understanding for me

By Priscilla B

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Aug 17, 2020

Detail information that everyone needs to know.

By WEIXUAN C

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May 25, 2020

This course is amazing！I learned a lot from it!

By SoliDeoGloria

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Nov 13, 2019

Excellent course! Will recommend it. Thank you!

By Zemarak S J

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Oct 28, 2017

A course that helps comprehend the vital signs.

By Andrés M G O

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Aug 16, 2016

it´s wonderfull, congratulations to Mrs Scanga.

By Victoria

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Jul 15, 2016

Excellent course! Professor Scanga is the best!

By Ebony E

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Jan 25, 2024

I found this course quite helpful. Thank you!

By Asta B

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Apr 7, 2022

Extremely clear and understandable, thank you!

By Nada A s

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Feb 17, 2022

thanks for all gret information that i learned

By Geovana M B

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Jan 28, 2021

this course was amazing! thank you dr. scanga!