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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 20, 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 11, 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 Sandra H S

Aug 7, 2017

IT IS a fantastic course

By Aly S

Nov 27, 2016

thanks alot dr. Scanga ♥

By Bart S

Jun 15, 2016

outstanding, do it again

By Dr. K

Jul 25, 2024

I have gained knowledge

By Jairo H

May 12, 2023

A+++++ Best Course ever

By Abdelrahman E

Mar 25, 2023

it was a helpful course

By Tajallah N

Sep 29, 2022

such an amazing course

By Fabrienne D T E

May 22, 2021

Very easy to understand

By Casha H

May 17, 2021

I am very satisfied 😁.

By Cristian R C S

Mar 27, 2021

Gran curso, me encantó.

By Pooja P

Apr 16, 2018

fairly good for learing

By Maryam K A

Apr 5, 2018

very easy and enjoyable

By Aymen B

Jun 9, 2017

Excellent for begginner

By James T

Jul 26, 2016

This is a great course.

By Zainab m h m

Jul 8, 2024

Thank you dr scanga 💕

By deysi R L C

Dec 10, 2023

super bien, me encanto

By Thayna K P M d P

Jan 21, 2022

Excellent!! Thank you!

By Karan A

Jan 13, 2019

Really helpful, cheers

By Sumaia A M

Aug 13, 2025

Great Work, loved it.

By Nasuha

Aug 19, 2024

Wonderfull experience

By Mohamed A “

Jan 29, 2023

Clear and in-depth!!!

By Lilah N

Sep 9, 2021

Love love loved it!!!

By Asfand E

Apr 15, 2020

Very much appreciated

By Cheryl L A

Oct 12, 2019

Great revision course

By Оля К

Jun 9, 2019

Very clear, thank you