HESI DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM 2026 | ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | ALREADY
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How many succedaneous teeth are in permanent dentition? - CORRECT ANSWER
✔✔ -20
Which bacterial structure interferes with phagocytosis? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
capsule
Which bacteria grow best in refrigerated conditions? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
Psychrophils
Endotoxin is a virulence property of - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -gram-negative
bacteria
When comparing viruses to bacteria, viruses - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -enter host
cells before they can multiply
Which is treated with nystatin? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Candidiasis
Under which classification of gingival diseases and conditions is puberty-
associated gingivitis found? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Plaque-Induced Gingival
diseases modified by systemic factors
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,Which is detected in the blood within two months after successful immunization
with the hepatitis B vaccine? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Anti-HBs
Which hypersensitivity reaction is an allergy to the natural rubber latex in
examination gloves? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -I
Which bacterial genus contains species that cause pneumatic fever, scarlet fever,
and pharyngitis? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Streptococcus
Each of the following is an antituberculin agent EXCEPT one. Which is the
EXCEPTION?
A. Ethambutol
B. Isoniazid
C. Nizoral
D. Rifampin - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -C. Nizoral
Which condition warrants antibiotic premedication? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
Repaired congenital heart disease
It is noted the medical history the patient has mitral valve prolapse, a stent,
pneumatic heart disease, and a renal dialysis shunt. For which condition does the
patient require antibiotic predication? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Renal dialysis
shunt
A patient's prescription has the abbreviation "qid" meaning? - CORRECT ANSWER
✔✔ -take medication four times a day
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,Which schedule of controlled substance is indicated when a prescription states
"NO REFILLS" - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -schedule II controlled substance
Which vitamin deficiency results from long-term recreational abuse of nitrous
oxide? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Cobalamin (vitamin B-12)
Each of the following is a calcium blocking agent EXCEPT one. Which one is the
EXCEPTION? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Propranolol (adrenergic blocking agent
which reduces high blood pressure)
Which food is a good source of vitamin K? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Kale!
;milk is an excellent source of calcium; strawberries & sweet potatoes are rich in
vitamin c
Which medication is administered to manage an acute asthma attack? - CORRECT
ANSWER ✔✔ -Albuterol
short acting bronchodilator results in an immediate response to an acute asthma
attack
Lipitor is a/an - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -statin
(lowers cholesterol levels)
Consuming foods high in retinol will help prevent night blindness because vitamin
D helps absorb calcium. - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Both the statement and reason
are correct but not related.
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, Consuming foods high in retinol will help prevent night blindness. Vitamin D DOES
help absorb calcium.
Which meal lacks an excellent source of vitamin C? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
Steak, brown rice, and corn
Although corn has some vitamin C, it is not an excellent source as provided from
broccoli, strawberries, and cantaloupe
Which element is found in proteins and not carbohydrates? - CORRECT ANSWER
✔✔ -Iron
Nitrogen is found in protein, but not carbohydrates. Iron is not an element found
in either nutrient. Carbon and oxygen are found in carbohydrates and proteins.
Some vitamin K requirements are met through the synthesis of - CORRECT
ANSWER ✔✔ -intestinal bacteria
Which vitamin is associated with the deficiency beriberi? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔
-Thiamin
Which is primarily responsible for pharmacologic metabolism? - CORRECT
ANSWER ✔✔ -Liver
A patient presents with a short, thick lingual frenum that results in limited tongue
movement affecting speech. Which is the most likely diagnosis of this condition? -
CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Ankyloglossia
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QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | ALREADY
GRADED A+ | LATEST EXAM | VERIFIED ANSWERS
| JUST RELEASED
How many succedaneous teeth are in permanent dentition? - CORRECT ANSWER
✔✔ -20
Which bacterial structure interferes with phagocytosis? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
capsule
Which bacteria grow best in refrigerated conditions? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
Psychrophils
Endotoxin is a virulence property of - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -gram-negative
bacteria
When comparing viruses to bacteria, viruses - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -enter host
cells before they can multiply
Which is treated with nystatin? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Candidiasis
Under which classification of gingival diseases and conditions is puberty-
associated gingivitis found? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Plaque-Induced Gingival
diseases modified by systemic factors
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,Which is detected in the blood within two months after successful immunization
with the hepatitis B vaccine? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Anti-HBs
Which hypersensitivity reaction is an allergy to the natural rubber latex in
examination gloves? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -I
Which bacterial genus contains species that cause pneumatic fever, scarlet fever,
and pharyngitis? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Streptococcus
Each of the following is an antituberculin agent EXCEPT one. Which is the
EXCEPTION?
A. Ethambutol
B. Isoniazid
C. Nizoral
D. Rifampin - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -C. Nizoral
Which condition warrants antibiotic premedication? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
Repaired congenital heart disease
It is noted the medical history the patient has mitral valve prolapse, a stent,
pneumatic heart disease, and a renal dialysis shunt. For which condition does the
patient require antibiotic predication? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Renal dialysis
shunt
A patient's prescription has the abbreviation "qid" meaning? - CORRECT ANSWER
✔✔ -take medication four times a day
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,Which schedule of controlled substance is indicated when a prescription states
"NO REFILLS" - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -schedule II controlled substance
Which vitamin deficiency results from long-term recreational abuse of nitrous
oxide? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Cobalamin (vitamin B-12)
Each of the following is a calcium blocking agent EXCEPT one. Which one is the
EXCEPTION? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Propranolol (adrenergic blocking agent
which reduces high blood pressure)
Which food is a good source of vitamin K? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Kale!
;milk is an excellent source of calcium; strawberries & sweet potatoes are rich in
vitamin c
Which medication is administered to manage an acute asthma attack? - CORRECT
ANSWER ✔✔ -Albuterol
short acting bronchodilator results in an immediate response to an acute asthma
attack
Lipitor is a/an - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -statin
(lowers cholesterol levels)
Consuming foods high in retinol will help prevent night blindness because vitamin
D helps absorb calcium. - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Both the statement and reason
are correct but not related.
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, Consuming foods high in retinol will help prevent night blindness. Vitamin D DOES
help absorb calcium.
Which meal lacks an excellent source of vitamin C? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -
Steak, brown rice, and corn
Although corn has some vitamin C, it is not an excellent source as provided from
broccoli, strawberries, and cantaloupe
Which element is found in proteins and not carbohydrates? - CORRECT ANSWER
✔✔ -Iron
Nitrogen is found in protein, but not carbohydrates. Iron is not an element found
in either nutrient. Carbon and oxygen are found in carbohydrates and proteins.
Some vitamin K requirements are met through the synthesis of - CORRECT
ANSWER ✔✔ -intestinal bacteria
Which vitamin is associated with the deficiency beriberi? - CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔
-Thiamin
Which is primarily responsible for pharmacologic metabolism? - CORRECT
ANSWER ✔✔ -Liver
A patient presents with a short, thick lingual frenum that results in limited tongue
movement affecting speech. Which is the most likely diagnosis of this condition? -
CORRECT ANSWER ✔✔ -Ankyloglossia
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