Anesthesia Allergy Awareness in Cholecystectomy

A 45-year-old female patient is scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy due to gallbladder disease. Prior to the procedure, the nurse is required to complete a preoperative assessment. One critical aspect of this assessment includes checking the patient's allergy history, particularly for medications such as the anesthetic agent.

During the preoperative visit, the nurse learns that the patient has previously had a severe allergic reaction to the anesthetic known as ________. It is essential for the surgical team to be aware of this allergy to prevent any adverse reactions during the procedure.