The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) credential has the following other requirements: 1  Candidates must be 18 years of age or older. 2  Candidate must have a current CPR-BLS for Healthcare Providers or equivalent credential.
Swelling in the extremities is often caused by idiopathic edema or excess salt consumption. Swollen hands and feet are commonly caused by idiopathic edema, which is usually not serious. Swollen hands may be a sign of heart disease. Prolonged periods of physical inactivity may cause swollen hands and feet. Reducing salt consumption, for example, eliminating salty snacks can aleviate swelling.
Swollen Veins In Hands Symptoms. The symptoms of swollen veins in hands may be due to the under lying condition. 1  If the cause is thromboplebitis, there will be itching, burning pain, redness and warmth of the skin of the hand.  Swollen vein in aging individuals may be flaccid and non elastic. The skin may appear thin and fragile.