Understanding how the body works animates every nursing decision. This course introduces basic anatomy and physiology (A&P) through a nursing lens, helping learners connect biological systems to clinical care. You’ll explore the structure and function of key organs and systems, learn anatomical terminology, and understand key principles like homeostasis.
Inside the Human Body: The A&P Essentials Every Nurse Needs

Inside the Human Body: The A&P Essentials Every Nurse Needs
This course is part of Nursing Fundamentals: Key Skills Training with 3D Simulation Specialization



Instructors: Hilary Gupte
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Understand how anatomy and physiology relate to nursing assessments and safe care decisions
Recognize how body systems work together and apply this knowledge to identify patient needs and risks
Use A&P knowledge to explain symptoms, guide clinical observations, and support holistic patient care
Skills you'll gain
- Healthcare Industry Knowledge
- Patient Evaluation
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Health Assessment
- Basic Nursing Skills
- Health Care
- Physiology
- Emergency Response
- Cardiology
- Clinical Assessment
- Infection Control
- Health Care Procedure and Regulation
- Medical Terminology
- Nursing Process
- Vital Signs
- Respiration
- Clinical Nutrition
- Human Musculoskeletal System
- Public Health
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Assessments
2 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Nursing Fundamentals: Key Skills Training with 3D Simulation Specialization
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