Cardiovascular system of the lower leg and foot

Which vein is located at the back of the knee?

• Anterior tibial vein

• Popliteal vein

• Dorsal digital veins

• Peroneal artery

What is the name of the artery that runs along the front of the tibia?

• Anterior tibial artery

• Dorsal pedis artery

• Long saphenous vein

• Posterior tibial vein

Which of the following is a vein found in the lower leg?

• Dorsal pedis artery

• Short saphenous vein

• Metatarsal arch

• Dorsal arterial arch

Identify the artery that supplies blood to the top of the foot.

• Dorsal pedis artery

• Anterior tibial vein

• Dorsal venous arch

• Posterior tibial vein

How does the blood protect the body from harmful substances?

• By using red blood cells

• By using white blood cells and antibodies

• By increasing body temperature

• By transporting carbon dioxide

What role does blood play in regulating body temperature?

• It increases blood pressure

• It transports hormones

• It regulates body temperature

• It carries carbon dioxide

What is the primary function of an artery?

• Carries blood towards the heart

• Carries blood away from the heart

• Transports carbon dioxide to the lungs

• Completes the transport of blood around the body

What do veins transport back to the lungs?

• Oxygen

• Nutrients

• Carbon dioxide

• Blood cells