A neonate is born 8 weeks premature. At birth, the neonate has no spontaneous respirations but is successfully resuscitated. Within several hours the neonate develops respiratory grunting, cyanosis, tachypnea, nasal flaring, and retractions. The neonate is diagnosed with respiratory distress syndrome, intubated, and placed on a ventilator. Which nursing action should be included in the neonate's care plan to prevent retinopathy of prematurity?