Question

which situations are antibiotics contraindicated?
○ infected wounds
○ cold or flu
○ syphilis or gonorrhea
○ tuberculosis
○ pneumonia or meningitis

Explanation:

Antibiotics target bacteria, but cold/flu are caused by viruses. Using antibiotics here is ineffective and risks antibiotic resistance, so they are contraindicated. Other options involve bacterial infections where antibiotics are indicated.

Answer:

B. cold or flu