NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -A subcutaneous injection or shot is one into the fatty tissues just beneath the skin. These injections are shallower than those injected into muscle tissues. Providers often use subcutaneous injections for medications that must be absorbed into the bloodstream slowly and steadily, such as insulin.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pharmaceuticals administered by subcutaneous injection are usually delivered in small volume (less than 2 mL). Pharmaceuticals such as insulin, heparin, vaccines and some hormones, are commonly administered by subcutaneous injections33–36. Some diseases require frequent injecting of drugs, such as insulin or heparin.

Detailed explanation-3: -A subcutaneous injection is given into the subcutaneous fat under the skin. The skin is made up of different layers. Underneath the epidermis and dermis, which contain sweat glands and hair follicles, is a layer of fat. This is the area into which subcutaneous injections are given.