Emulsions

The dispersed phase in an emulsion is always

• liquid

• solid

• quasi-liquid

• lipid

Emulsions are always administered orally.

• True

• False

Higher the HLB, .................... the hydrophilicity of a surfactant

Stability of an emulsion can be enhanced by which of the following strategies? HINT: Think in terms of Stokes law

• Decreasing the viscosity of the outer phase

• Increasing the size of the inner phase globules

• Increasing the viscosity of the dispersion medium

• Decrease the amount of emulsifying agent

How many calories (Kcal) are provided by 1 mL of 10% lipid emulsion when given parenterally?

• 9

• 3.4

• 1.1

• 1

This emulsion can be used in neonates?

• YES

• NO