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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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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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Jun 19, 2025

It's awesome

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Nov 8, 2024

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Aug 4, 2022

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Mar 22, 2022

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Jan 12, 2022

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Aug 4, 2021

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Feb 7, 2021

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Jan 4, 2021

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Jan 6, 2020

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Nov 26, 2019

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Nov 13, 2019

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Aug 12, 2016

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Feb 15, 2023

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Aug 22, 2022

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Jun 28, 2022

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Dec 12, 2021

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May 14, 2021

outstanding

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Jan 12, 2021

Best course