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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

AS

Jun 19, 2024

This course was well instructed and included questioning that ensured the learner was engaged in the content. Dr. Skanga did an excellent job with the instruction and creation of this course.

JA

Oct 10, 2020

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!

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By DOMINGUEZ T V

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Jul 19, 2022

MUy buen curso, muy completo y dinámico

By María F B

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Oct 16, 2021

FUE UNA GRAN EXPERIENCIA, APRENDI MUCHO

By Rrison C

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Sep 11, 2021

give an introduction to the human body.

By Jessica O

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Oct 6, 2019

Really easy to understand and complete!

By David Y

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Nov 10, 2016

Enjoyed every minute. Very informative.

By Darlene C

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Apr 28, 2025

Excellent presentation of information.

By Gissela I R Z

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Mar 31, 2025

Excelente, gracias por la oportunidad.

By CHRIST W

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Aug 5, 2024

Clear explanation with simple wording.

By Marym E

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Jun 26, 2024

Really useful, I enjoyed this lectures

By Karine P

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Apr 30, 2024

Super interesting course, I recommend.

By Josephine W

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Sep 8, 2021

Very interesting and insightful course

By Connie

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May 25, 2020

REally informative, thank you so much.

By Bandar H A

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Apr 16, 2020

Thank you so much I have learned a lot

By juan c m

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Feb 4, 2018

It was great to remember these topics!

By Cheng-Yun M

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Sep 16, 2017

very practical classes and information

By kelvin a

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Jun 28, 2017

I thoroughly enjoy the lessons. Thanks

By Wiser W

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Feb 17, 2017

Well planned and delivered. Excellent!

By Sidra B

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Jun 19, 2025

This was great and interesting course

By richielyn h

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Mar 13, 2025

i learned so much more of this course

By Shandur T

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Feb 5, 2023

this is the best course , recommended

By Silvia N R R

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Jun 15, 2021

Thank you for this very good course.

By Екатерина

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Jun 16, 2020

excellent explanation of the material

By Sheesh P

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May 18, 2020

Informative and well planned. Thanks.

By Tia N A

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Apr 28, 2020

amazing course, super clear material!

By Debela D

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Jan 20, 2020

is very important and a nice lecture.