What is the primary guiding principle of NVCI regarding use of any physical intervention?

• A. Use the least restrictive, safest method possible and de-escalate first, only using physical intervention when absolutely necessary to protect the individual and others.
• B. Physical intervention should be used as a first resort to ensure safety.
• C. No physical interventions are ever allowed in any circumstance.
• D. The same protocol is applied regardless of risk.

Answer: (A)