Cardiovascular system of the lower leg and arm

What is the primary function of arteries in the circulatory system?

• To carry oxygenated blood away from the heart

• To carry deoxygenated blood to the heart

• To filter blood

• To store blood

Which of the following best describes a vein?

• A vessel that carries blood away from the heart

• A vessel that carries blood to the heart

• A vessel that filters blood

• A vessel that stores blood

Which arteries supply blood to the lower leg and foot?

• Carotid arteries

• Femoral arteries

• Radial arteries

• Tibial arteries

Which artery is located on the thumb side of the forearm?

• Ulnar artery

• Radial artery

• Brachial artery

• Basilic vein

What is the name of the vein that runs alongside the radial artery?

• Cephalic vein

• Basilic vein

• Radial vein

• Median vein

Which vein is located on the inner side of the arm?

• Cephalic vein

• Basilic vein

• Median vein

• Radial vein

What is the function of the digital arteries?

• Supply blood to the fingers

• Drain blood from the fingers

• Supply blood to the forearm

• Drain blood from the forearm

Which vein is located at the back of the knee?

• Anterior tibial vein

• Popliteal vein

• Dorsal venous arch

• Long saphenous vein

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

• Peroneal artery

• Posterior tibial artery

• Anterior tibial artery

• Dorsal pedis artery

Which vein is found on the outer side of the lower leg?

• Short saphenous vein

• Anterior tibial vein

• Dorsal digital veins

• Posterior tibial vein