A father watching the admission of his newborn to the nursery notices that eye ointment is placed in the infant's eyes. He asks the nurse what is the purpose of the ointment. Which response by the nurse will best explain the purpose for administering the ointment?

A The ointment will prevent a herpes infection.' B The ointment will clear the infant's vision.' D The ointment will prevent eye infections.' C The ointment will dilate the pupil so the red reflex can be visualized.'