Circulatory Check:
- It is very important to check the circulation of the Popliteal Artery. This artery is an extension of the Femoral Artery. Injury to the Femoral Artery can be fatal, and the by checking the circulation of the Popliteal Artery on the subject, the examiner is able to rule out a blockage of the Femoral Artery, due to injury. The Popliteal Artery can be found in the Popliteal Fossa on the posterior aspect of the knee, when the knee is in flexion.
- It is very important to check the circulation of the Popliteal Artery. This artery is an extension of the Femoral Artery. Injury to the Femoral Artery can be fatal, and the by checking the circulation of the Popliteal Artery on the subject, the examiner is able to rule out a blockage of the Femoral Artery, due to injury. The Popliteal Artery can be found in the Popliteal Fossa on the posterior aspect of the knee, when the knee is in flexion.
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