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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.

AN

May 8, 2020

I have learned a lot of things from this course. This course disclosed innumerable mysteries of human body that I didn't know earlier. I really enjoyed this course. Thanks for this wonderful content.

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By Juwairia

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Nov 29, 2022

The lecture was so clear and understandable with the common words, it was easy to get.

By Danielle C

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Apr 7, 2022

I am an ICU RN and found this to be a great refreasher and test of previous knowledge!

By Cynthia M

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Sep 16, 2020

Dr Scanga did an excellent job reviewing key information and making it easy to digest.

By ATCHAYAVIJAYAKUMAR

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Jun 7, 2020

This course is very useful.I came to know the body vital functions through this course

By Mirjam D

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Apr 27, 2020

Very interesting and well taught course. Would recommend if interested in such topics.

By Shereen N

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Apr 27, 2018

I loved this course, and I really have learned a lot. Thanks for making that possible.

By Kuanbayev Y Y

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Oct 14, 2016

I think this course is good opportunity to get the knowledge of the clinical Basics...

By LeapingFrog E

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Apr 21, 2016

This course was very well explained by the instructors. Material was very interesting.

By Pierric D L

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Mar 12, 2016

Excellent course. Very clear and professional explanations. Quality content. Thank you

By Ela N K

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Feb 27, 2024

Special thanks to Dr. Scanga for all the hard work she has put in for this course ❤️.

By LAISAMAY M

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Jul 21, 2021

Very informative! I hope there will be more courses that Prof. Scanga will produce :)

By Olena I

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Jan 5, 2021

Extremely helpful in my preparation for Medical Interpreter Certification with NBCMI.

By luci g

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Feb 23, 2022

Excellent course, I was left wanting to learn more and more with Dr. Scanga. Thanks!

By Paulina A S C

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Mar 15, 2021

Muy buen curso, dinamico y me encanto como explicaba la Dra. junto con sus ayudante.

By Karla W

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Mar 1, 2020

I enjoyed learning in this course and I know it will help me in my nursing practice.

By JOSE M G

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Jan 30, 2018

Great. It is giving me an insight to our body in a very plain way. Easy to follow...

By Duy V

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Jul 11, 2017

it has manythings about anatomy and phisiology so you can understand about medicien.

By Nourhan R A M

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Aug 22, 2024

Very helpful course. Information was organized properly and was easy to understand.

By Albert M R

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May 24, 2024

Thank you very much Dr. Scanga. I was a great course and a pleasure listening you.

By Kimberly Z

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Oct 18, 2023

very amazing course . i enjoyed it. It is well structured . i highly recommend it.

By Erika S

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Nov 29, 2021

Fantastic! The most interactive and beneficial online course that Ive ever taken!!

By Grace I

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Apr 13, 2021

Concepts are made very clear and easily understood. I will recommend it to friends

By Patricia T

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Jul 20, 2020

It's very informative and easy to follow!!! The professors explain the course well.

By SARAHI C C

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Jun 25, 2020

Very professional and focused on easy learning Ms Scanga has real talent to teach .

By Abish R

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Oct 20, 2019

this is amazing course!! i learned the importance of the vital signs and how works.