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What is the name of the endangerment area posterior to the knee?
  1. Popliteal
  2. Antecubital
  3. Femoral
  4. Axillary
Explanation
Answer: A The popliteal fossa (fossa = cup-like indentation) endangerment area is the soft, egg-shaped area found on the back of the leg behind the knee. This area is bordered by the hamstrings and the gastrocnemius. The endangerments popliteal artery, popliteal vein, tibial nerve and common peroneal nerve are found in this area.
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