##  [Principle of Least Restrictive Alternative](/principle-least-restrictive-alternative) 

  ##  [Principle of Least Restrictive Alternative](https://health.quantumdictionary.io/principle-least-restrictive-alternative-0) 

  

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Definition

A legal and ethical principle that when an intervention limits a person’s liberty, autonomy, or choices, decision‑makers should choose the least intrusive effective measure consistent with legitimate safety and treatment objectives.