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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 Maria E V

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Oct 21, 2020

I enjoyed the course very much and found it very interesting.

By Joanna S g

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Sep 16, 2020

Thoroughly enjoyed the way this course has been put together.

By Adriana F C M

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Jun 30, 2020

EXCELENTE CURSO, MUY BIEN EXPLICADO, GRACIAS A LA PROFESORA!!

By Sabaa M

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Nov 21, 2019

Lecture videos are very good at helping to learn key concepts

By Tony S

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May 14, 2017

Great information that helps me to understand my body better.

By juan p b L

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Feb 28, 2025

muy bueno, agradecido con todo el conocimiento proporcionado

By Christophe F

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Oct 4, 2024

Dr Scanga was wonderful because she is so nice as a teacher.

By Ludovica S

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Sep 29, 2022

easy understanding of the video lessons.. intresting course

By Felix K H S

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Aug 13, 2020

very engaging material and lecturers. Very enjoyable course.

By Avtar S

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May 26, 2020

Very good course for a layman to learn the essential basics.

By Sharoda R

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May 4, 2020

Prof Scanga was brilliant. I thoroughly enjoyed the course.

By Nicoletta a

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Apr 21, 2020

Wonderfully and very clear structured and taught. Thank you!

By Шеметюк С А

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Apr 17, 2020

Happy to understand deeply how my body works! Thank you 🙏💕

By Mijail O Q R

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Aug 19, 2019

Basic, but excellent course to star to study the human body.

By Mayane L

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Apr 8, 2016

Amazing course. Awesome teacher and great methods! Loved it!

By Katreen H L D

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Jul 26, 2020

i really had fun with this course, and i also learned a lot

By yoni g

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Jun 13, 2020

הקורס היה ברמה מאוד גבוהה. מאוד נהנתי ללמוד בקורס. תודה לכם

By Luz Á C F

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Aug 17, 2018

Falta un poco la variación en cuánto a terminología médica.

By Centa L

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Sep 18, 2017

I am looking forward to having more sequel courses of this.

By anna m

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Oct 13, 2016

Thank you so much!! Learned a lot!! again here on Coursera.

By Hortensia B

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Aug 12, 2016

this course was really instructive and complete! I loved it

By Amit P S C

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Aug 28, 2024

EXCELLENT COURSE FROM COURSERA REGARDING THE VITAL SIGNS.

By Prasun C

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Mar 2, 2023

It's very informational and really well taught, explained.

By Shianne S

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May 24, 2022

Great instructor! Made the course very easy to understand.