title: Comorbid disorders and the surgical patient.
abstract: By understanding the physiologic consequences of select comorbid disorders, we can better anticipate the special needs of surgical patients.
authors.affiliation: Department of Nursing, College of Health Professions of Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
authors.forename: Kim A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Noble
mesh_terms: D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000453:epidemiology; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000150:complications* / Q000453:epidemiology; D015897:Comorbidity; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000150:complications; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009871:Operating Room Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration; D019990:Perioperative Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D012307:Risk Factors; D020521:Stroke / Q000150:complications; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing*