A patient with a traumatic brain injury being mechanically ventilated is prescribed propofol. What should the nurse identify as an advantage of using this medication? Select all that apply.

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1. Propofol is a medication that decreases ICP.
2. Propofol does not reverse cerebral edema.
3. Propofol does not affect electrolyte levels.
4. Propofol allows less use of benzodiazepines.
5. One advantage of propofol is that the dose can be lowered, and within about 10 minutes an accurate neurological assessment can be obtained.

A Patient with a Traumatic Brain Injury Being Mechanically Ventilated