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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

AN

May 9, 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 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 18, 2017

Well planned and delivered. Excellent!

By Sidra B

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Jun 20, 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 6, 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 21, 2020

is very important and a nice lecture.

By Vaibhav V

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Nov 11, 2018

Great Course. It has taught me a lot.

By Sherihan A D

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May 3, 2017

It was an exciting and amazing course

By ALWALED A

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Aug 8, 2016

This is great .. helpful.. thanks all

By Sergio A P N

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Jul 15, 2024

la dra. excelente sus explicaciones.

By Hegna c

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Sep 12, 2023

the best course for nursing students

By mjsworld

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Nov 16, 2021

Easy to follow and very informative

By Manish B

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May 8, 2020

very detailed and informative course

By Clare b

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Jun 6, 2019

I found this course very interesting