adjective, sourer, sourest. 1. having an acid taste, resembling that of vinegar, lemon juice, etc.; tart. 2. rendered acid or affected by fermentation; fermented. 3. producing the one of the four basic taste sensations that is not bitter, salt, or sweet. 4. characteristic of something fermented: a sour smell.
General anesthetics normally are used to produce loss of consciousness before and during surgery. However, for obstetrics (labor and delivery) or certain minor procedures, an anesthetic may be given in small amounts to relieve anxiety or pain without causing unconsciousness.
11 thoughts on âANESTHESIA FACTS FOR NON-MEDICAL PEOPLE: ANESTHETIC MEDICATIONSâ. 1  crisp and to the point for non medicos. LikeLike. 2  Excellent notesâ¦. LikeLike. 3  I enjoyed your comments! I am an operating room nurse and wish I had read this very clear and succinct list of anesthesia meds when I was new to the operating room.