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.
Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us
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Lehrplan - Was Sie in diesem Kurs lernen werden
Woche
13 Stunden zum Abschließen
Week 1: Pulse/Heart Rate
This week we start our exploration of the vital signs with a look at the heart. We'll study the basic structure of the heart, think about how the heart pumps blood through the body, and learn how clinicians assess and think about heart rate and the pulse.
10 Videos (Gesamt 104 min), 4 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
10 Videos
1.2a Your Beating Heart 10m
1.2b ECG Demonstration 12m
1.3a Heart Valves, Part 1 8m
1.3b Heart Valves, Part 2 9m
1.3c Assessing Heart Rate Demonstration 8m
1.4a Cardiac Cycle, Part 1 6m
1.4b Cardiac Cycle, Part 2 13m
1.4c Assessing Pulse Demonstration 6m
1.5 Cardiac Output 12m
4 Lektüren
Week 1 Lecture Outline10m
Week 1 In-Video Quizzes10m
Optional Readings10m
Lecture Transcripts (SRT Files)10m
1 praktische Übung
Week 1 Quiz46m
Woche
22 Stunden zum Abschließen
Week 2: Blood Pressure
During week 2 we will learn about the anatomy of the blood vessels and how they function. You will have a better understanding of systolic and diastolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure, and assessing blood pressure accurately.
6 Videos (Gesamt 65 min), 4 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
6 Videos
2.2 Blood Vessel Structure 15m
2.3 Blood Circulation 10m
2.4a Maintaining Blood Flow 11m
2.4b Assessing Blood Pressure Demonstration 11m
2.5 Blood Pressure Regulation 8m
4 Lektüren
Week 2 Lecture Outline10m
Week 2 In-video Quizzes10m
Optional Readings10m
Lecture Transcripts (SRT Files)10m
1 praktische Übung
Week 2 Quiz40m
Woche
32 Stunden zum Abschließen
Week 3: Metabolism
This week we will explore metabolism. We will discuss anabolism and catabolism, basal metabolic rate, how the body generates heat. You will also have a better understanding of how health care providers assess metabolic rate.
5 Videos (Gesamt 53 min), 4 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
5 Videos
3.2a Cellular Respiration, Part 1 6m
3.2b Cellular Respiration, Part 2 13m
3.3 Assessing Metabolic Rate Demonstration 14m
3.4 Metabolic Lab Discussion5m
4 Lektüren
Week 3 Lecture Outline10m
Week 3 In-video Quizzes10m
Optional Readings10m
Lecture Transcripts (SRT Files)10m
1 praktische Übung
Week 3 Quiz44m
Woche
43 Stunden zum Abschließen
Week 4: Temperature
During week 4 you will learn the definition of mean body temperature and how the body regulates temperature. We will discuss hypothermia and the difference between hyperthermia and fever. Lastly, you will learn how to assess body temperature.
5 Videos (Gesamt 71 min), 4 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
5 Videos
4.2 Maintaining Body Temperature 15m
4.3 Hypothermia & Hyperthermia18m
4.4 Fever 8m
4.5 Assessing Body Temperature Demonstration 10m
4 Lektüren
Week 4 Lecture Outline10m
Week 4 In-video Quizzes10m
Optional Readings10m
Lecture Transcripts (SRT Files)10m
1 praktische Übung
Week 4 Quiz42m
Woche
53 Stunden zum Abschließen
Week 5: Respiration Rate
This week we will learn about pulmonary anatomy, capillary gas exchange, and regulation of respiration. You will have a better understanding of how health care providers assess respiration rate and the quality of lung sounds.
8 Videos (Gesamt 87 min), 4 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
8 Videos
5.2 Anatomy of Ventilation11m
5.3 The Mechanics of Breathing10m
5.4 Gas Exchange 13m
5.5 Regulating Respiration Rate21m
5.6 Assessing Respiration Rate Demonstration6m
5.7 Regulating Respiration Rate Review 5m
5.8 Assessing Breath Sounds Demonstration6m
4 Lektüren
Week 5 Lecture Outline10m
Week 5 In-video Quizzes10m
Optional Readings10m
Lecture Transcripts (SRT Files)10m
1 praktische Übung
Week 5 Quiz40m
Woche
63 Stunden zum Abschließen
Week 6: Pain
This week we will explore the neurological pathways associated with pain, and the difference between pain tolerance and pain threshold. We will understand what pain is telling us and why accurately assessing and effectively managing pain are important. In addition, we will review how healthcare providers asses pain.
8 Videos (Gesamt 86 min), 5 Lektüren, 1 Quiz
8 Videos
6.2 The Anatomy & Physiology of Pain, Part 2 9m
6.3 The Anatomy & Physiology of Pain, Part 3 10m
6.4 Types of Pain 9m
6.5 Assessing Pain Demonstration 10m
6.6 Social, Cultural & Psychological Influences on Pain 11m
6.7 The Treatment of Pain 16m
6.8 Wrapping Up Vital Signs 1m
5 Lektüren
Week 6 Lecture Outline10m
Week 6 In-video Quizzes10m
Optional Readings10m
Lecture Transcripts (SRT Files)10m
Self-Regulated Learning in MOOCs Research10m
1 praktische Übung
Week 6 Quiz32m
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Yes, it is very useful to me and I will suggest to my friends to take this course. My sincere Thanks to Connie B. Scanga, PhD, she taken the all lecture clearly and her lecture was easy to understand.
Great Course ! It provides important information regarding anatomy and physiology of the main systems in our body. The video lectures are very interactive and Dr. Scanga has a great ability to teach.
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Connie B. Scanga, PhD
Practice ProfessorSchool of Nursing
Über University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania (commonly referred to as Penn) is a private university, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. A member of the Ivy League, Penn is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, and considers itself to be the first university in the United States with both undergraduate and graduate studies.
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Is Vital Signs a free course?
Yes! You can access the full course, including assessments and all videos, through the Audit track. Learners also have the option of earning Course Certificate by submitting all assignments for a grade and purchasing the course for $49. Financial aid is available.
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