Apr 03, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog (BETA) Cal State East Bay 
    
2026-2027 Catalog (BETA) Cal State East Bay
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NURS 320 - Nursing Care of Adults I


Units: 2
This course emphasizes nursing care for adults, families, and communities throughout the continuum of care. Students integrate person-centered care, quality and safety measures, and informatics to develop professional nursing practice. Interprofessional collaboration and leadership are introduced to enhance systems-based care.

Prerequisites: NURS 310 NURS 309 NURS 312 NURS 307 NURS 308 NURS 316 NURS 318
Co-requisites: NURSE 323
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring


Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
 

  1. Integrate patient preferences, values, and needs into nursing plans of care
  2. Evaluate the effectiveness of interpersonal communication to align with patient expectations and cultural values
  3. Apply evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes
  4. Apply safety standards and protocols to address potential harm and mitigate risk
  5. Analyze ethical dilemmas
  6. Reflect on professional behaviors 




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