HESI Dental Hygiene Exam Newest 2026
Questions and Correct Detailed Answers
Already Graded A+
Which is treated with nystatin? - CORRECT ANSWER-Candidiasis
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
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)
Under which classification of gingival diseases and conditions is puberty-
associated gingivitis found? - CORRECT ANSWER-Plaque-Induced Gingival
diseases modified by systemic factors
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
When is tooth eruption complete? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tooth has made
contact with its antagonists in opposing jaw
When does mixed dentition begin? - CORRECT ANSWER-Eruption of first
permanent tooth
How many succedaneous teeth are in permanent dentition? - CORRECT
ANSWER-20
, The junction of a buccal and lingual triangular ridge is a transverse ridge. The
oblique ridge of a maxillary molar is an example of a transverse ridge. -
CORRECT ANSWER-The first statement is true and the second is false
Which factor makes aging enamel less susceptible to caries? - CORRECT
ANSWER-reduced permeability
Which groove is the most identifying characteristic of a three-cusp mandibular
second premolar? - CORRECT ANSWER-Distolingual
Which is true regarding the height of contour? - CORRECT ANSWER-Greatest
elevation of tooth either incisocervically or occlusocervically
How many primary and permanent teeth are typically present in an eight yr old
child? - CORRECT ANSWER-14 primary; 10 permanent
Which describes the junction of two surfaces of a crown? - CORRECT ANSWER-
line angle
Which G.V. Black classification involves the proximal surfaces of anterior teeth
including the incised edge or angle? - CORRECT ANSWER-IV
Questions and Correct Detailed Answers
Already Graded A+
Which is treated with nystatin? - CORRECT ANSWER-Candidiasis
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
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)
Under which classification of gingival diseases and conditions is puberty-
associated gingivitis found? - CORRECT ANSWER-Plaque-Induced Gingival
diseases modified by systemic factors
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
When is tooth eruption complete? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tooth has made
contact with its antagonists in opposing jaw
When does mixed dentition begin? - CORRECT ANSWER-Eruption of first
permanent tooth
How many succedaneous teeth are in permanent dentition? - CORRECT
ANSWER-20
, The junction of a buccal and lingual triangular ridge is a transverse ridge. The
oblique ridge of a maxillary molar is an example of a transverse ridge. -
CORRECT ANSWER-The first statement is true and the second is false
Which factor makes aging enamel less susceptible to caries? - CORRECT
ANSWER-reduced permeability
Which groove is the most identifying characteristic of a three-cusp mandibular
second premolar? - CORRECT ANSWER-Distolingual
Which is true regarding the height of contour? - CORRECT ANSWER-Greatest
elevation of tooth either incisocervically or occlusocervically
How many primary and permanent teeth are typically present in an eight yr old
child? - CORRECT ANSWER-14 primary; 10 permanent
Which describes the junction of two surfaces of a crown? - CORRECT ANSWER-
line angle
Which G.V. Black classification involves the proximal surfaces of anterior teeth
including the incised edge or angle? - CORRECT ANSWER-IV
