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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

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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By Sonali T

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Apr 14, 2025

Dr Scanga is an amazing instructor who takes her time ensuring the material makes sense and is truly the best. Thanks so much.

By CECILIA A C V

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Dec 10, 2022

Curso práctico y de fácil compresión. Contiene lo básico y más importante que deberáamos conocer acerca de los signos vitales.

By Sijad A

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Oct 8, 2022

Really enjoyed it! Definitely would describe it as a helpful gateway into the world of medicine for those who are interested.

By Julien B

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Aug 18, 2020

Dr Scanga is a great professor. She explains clearly and she knows how to use specific terms in a very easy way to understand.

By María d R

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Nov 21, 2017

EXCELENTE CALIDAD DE ENSEÑANZA. MUY BUENA PEDAGOGÍA. ME GUSTARÍA QUE TENGA TODAS LAS CLASES CON SUBTITULO EN ESPAÑOL. GRACIAS!

By Fabian A

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Apr 23, 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

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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

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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

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Aug 22, 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

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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

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Jan 18, 2020

The handouts were extremely helpful for following along and reviewing the concepts later on.

Very clear instructional style.

By Fernando D

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Oct 12, 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

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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

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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

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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

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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 Olayanju F M

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Jul 26, 2025

I am very impressed by the way Dr Scanga explained the concepts in vital signs. I would like to follow her other courses.

By Mary G W

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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

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Aug 30, 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

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Jun 15, 2020

Very helpful course! Goes into detail with everything and the use of medical terms will definitely help me in the future.