After general anesthesia is administered, the patient is carefully placed in the prone position. What is the primary consideration of the nursing staff as the patient is positioned?
A) Making sure that the patient's endotracheal tube does not become kinked
B) Ensuring that the patient's head is positioned to prevent cervical nerve injury
C) Carefully taping the patient's eyes shut to avoid corneal abrasions
D) Padding the operating table carefully and keeping linens free of wrinkles
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