Why should the nurse use Montgomery straps on a post-abdominal surgery client? Select all that apply.

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Montgomery straps are designed to allow dressings to be changed without the need to remove and reapply tape each time, which helps to avoid repeated tape removal (A) and minimizes skin irritation with each dressing change (C). They do not directly affect clot formation, mobility of abdominal muscles, or post-surgical pain in the manner described by options B, D, and E.

Why Should the Nurse Use Montgomery Straps on a Post-Abdominal