Leg muscles Quiz

What shape is the popliteal fossa?

• Square

• Triangular

• Diamond

• Circular

Which muscle forms the lateral boundary of the superior popliteal fossa?

• Biceps femoris

• Semimembranosus

• Gastrocnemius

• Popliteus

What is the floor of the popliteal fossa composed of?

• Skin and fascia

• Popliteal surface of femur

• Biceps femoris

• Gastrocnemius

Which artery continues as the popliteal artery?

• Femoral artery

• Tibial artery

• Anterior tibial artery

• Common fibular artery

What condition is most commonly associated with a popliteal aneurysm?

• Flatfoot deformity

• Deep vein thrombosis

• Calf pain

• Achilles tendon rupture

Which nerve runs medially in the popliteal fossa?

• Common fibular nerve

• Medial plantar nerve

• Tibial nerve

• Sural nerve

What is the primary function of the muscles in the foot?

• Fine control of toes

• Maintaining balance

• Producing movement

• Flexing the ankle

Which muscle is NOT part of the superficial posterior leg muscles?

• Soleus

• Gastrocnemius

• Plantaris

• Flexor digitorum longus

What is the role of the tibialis posterior muscle?

• Plantarflexion

• Dorsiflexion

• Inversion

• Eversion

Which nerve supplies the intrinsic muscles of the plantar aspect of the foot?

• Saphenous nerve

• Lateral plantar nerve

• Deep fibular nerve

• Medial plantar nerve