Where is the posterior tibial pulse palpated and what does its absence suggest?

• A. In front of the medial malleolus; absence suggests dorsalis pedis occlusion.
• B. Behind the medial malleolus; absence suggests posterior tibial artery insufficiency or occlusion.
• C. Behind the lateral malleolus; absence suggests fibular artery occlusion.
• D. At the dorsal aspect of the foot; absence indicates venous insufficiency.

Answer: (B)