HESI Dental Hygiene Exam ( Test Bank ) ( Latest 2025 / 2026 ) Actual Questions and Answers 100% Correct

1. Which bacterial structure interferes with phagocytosis?:
Answer:
capsule
2. Which bacteria grow best in refrigerated conditions?:
Answer:
Psychrophils
3. Endotoxin is a virulence property of:
Answer:
gram-negative bacteria
4. When comparing viruses to bacteria, viruses:
Answer:
enter host cells before they can multiply
5. Which is treated with nystatin?:
Answer:
Candidiasis
6. Which is detected in the blood within two months after successful
immunization
with the hepatitis B vaccine?:
Answer:
Anti-HBs
7. Which hypersensitivity reaction is an allergy to the natural rubber latex
in examination gloves?:
Answer:
I
8. Which bacterial genus contains species that cause pneumatic fever,
scarlet fever, and pharyngitis?:
Answer:
Streptococcus
9. Each of the following is an antituberculin agent EXCEPT one. Which is
the EXCEPTION?
A. Ethambutol
B. Isoniazid
C. Nizoral
D. Rifampin:
Answer:
C. Nizoral
10. Which condition warrants antibiotic premedication?:
Answer:
Repaired congenital heart disease
11. 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?:
Answer:
Renal dialysis shunt
12. Under which classification of gingival diseases and conditions is
puberty-associated gingivitis found?:
Answer:
Plaque-Induced Gingival diseases modified by systemic factors
13. A patient presents with a short, thick lingual frenum that results in
limitedtongue movement affecting speech. Which is the most likely
diagnosis of this condition?: