When assessing a patient with maxillofacial trauma, it is MOST important to:
A) gently palpate the maxilla, mandible, and zygoma to elicit crepitus.
B) protect the cervical spine and monitor the patient's neurologic status.
C) apply a cervical collar and determine if the patient has visual disturbances.
D) have the patient open his or her mouth and assess for dental malocclusion.
Answer: B) protect the cervical spine and monitor the patient's neurologic status.
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