Learner Reviews & Feedback for Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us by University of Pennsylvania
About the Course
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 ...
Top reviews
JC
Jul 4, 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
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 Fabian A
•Sep 10, 2021
Thank you very much for your dedication and vocation of teaching. It was my first experience in this learning mode. Thanks.
By Rony I M G
•Nov 21, 2020
I speak Spanish so this course really helped me to know more about technical vocabulary related to vital signs. Thanks a lot.
By David A
•Jul 23, 2017
Brilliant.
I did a first aid course recently and this elaborated on the reasons for things being taught in a first aid course.
By Khin M M M
•May 9, 2023
Thank you so much our teacher/ professor, all instructors and all members in this course as well as Corsera team.
I do thank.
By Camila A
•Apr 22, 2022
O curso é estimulante, a didática praticada pela professora é incrivel. Amei o curso e aprendi muito durante todas as aulas.
By Carolina O
•Apr 1, 2021
It really helped me having a base of how the body works in a healthy state and also in a unhealthy state. Thank you so much.
By Lakshmi.K.Kumar
•Nov 12, 2016
This is probably one of the best of courses on Coursera. Dr. Scanga is an exceptionally good teacher.
Thanks a ton Dr.Scanga.
By Gareth K
•Aug 21, 2020
I love Dr Scanga's clear explanation of all the topics that we learnt throughout these 6 weeks! Thank you UPenn & Coursera!
By Elena T
•Jun 3, 2020
Excellent course! Thank you very much Dr. Scanga and other instructors and participants for this great course. Very useful!
By Michele H
•Jan 18, 2020
The handouts were extremely helpful for following along and reviewing the concepts later on.
Very clear instructional style.
By Fernando D
•Oct 11, 2016
I have truly enjoyed this course. I have also learned quite a bit about vital signs. Thanks to those who put it together.
By Ernest E
•Mar 27, 2019
This course has been really helpful. i learned so much and it has improved my knowledge in aspects relating to the heart.
By José E S Z
•Mar 22, 2019
Excelente curso, mi agradecimiento para los profesores y para todos los que hacen posible este curso, que Dios los bendiga
By An N
•Jan 5, 2018
Clear, easy to understand and moves at a good pace. I enjoyed studying about the vital signs and would like to learn more!
By Marco A
•Dec 26, 2016
Wonderful course, so well done in all its contents and videos.
Clear and useful in all its parts.
Prof Scanga is terrific!
By Mary G W
•Dec 29, 2021
This course was incredibly helpful and Doctor Scanga's teaching was wonderful. I highly recommend this course to anyone!!
By Zaira V Z G
•Aug 29, 2020
This was an amazing course. I think that the format is directed to anybody who truly wants to learn. Thank you so much!!!
By Jennifer P
•Jun 14, 2020
Very helpful course! Goes into detail with everything and the use of medical terms will definitely help me in the future.
By Lisiane S
•Aug 28, 2018
The course is great for students and also to review anatomy, physiology and vital signs.
I highly recommend these course.
By Jamile J
•May 28, 2017
Great course for Allied Health students getting ready to starts clinical rotations and need to review a couple of topics.
By DANAE N B
•Dec 2, 2024
Me resultó muy útil toda la información proporcionada durante el curso, es fácil de entender y muy completo. Lo disfruté
By James M
•Apr 30, 2021
I feel in love with learning again because of this course. The team was amazing! Prof, I wonder if you've done more here
By Leonardo R M d S
•Apr 4, 2020
Um ótimo curso! Com uma bela abordagem didática. É um divisor de águas para que gosta de estar além da média, do básico.
By Victoria
•Sep 1, 2017
The course gave a very insightful and thorough overview of vital signs. I was pleased with information and presentation.