Subcutaneous Layer
hypodermis
another name for subcutaneous layer
Subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)
Functions: reduce heat loss, energy reserve, shock absorber
Men
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat at lower back
Men
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat at the neck
Men
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat at the upper arms
Women
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat buttocks
Women
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat in the breast
Women
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat in the hips
Women
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat in the thigh
Men
Gender that accumulates subcutaneous fat over the buttocks
Abdominal area
Location where both sex acquire fat
Subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)
consists of loose connective tissue abundant with fat cells (adipocytes)
Sub-Q
injecting into subcutaneous layer
IM intramuscular
injections in the muscle
IV intravenous
injections in the veins
subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)
not part of the integument
transdermal
relating to or denoting the application of a medicine or drug through the skin, typically by using an adhesive patch, so that it is absorbed slowly into the body.
subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)
stabilizes the position of the skin in relation to underlying tissues (muscles and organs) while permitting independent movement
superficial layer (within hypodermis)
the layer that contains arteries and viens
hypodermic
type of needle often used to administer the injection