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.
Cramps in your hand can arise from a number of different causes. Hand cramps develop as a result of conditions affecting muscles and nerves in your hand.Trauma or injury to a nerve in your hand can also cause hand cramps.Even breathing too fast (hyperventilation) can result in hand cramps, as carbon dioxide levels in the blood become too low. Everyday, simple reasons, such as fatigue from overuse, can lead to temporary, acute cramps in the hand.rauma or injury to a nerve in your hand can also cause hand cramps. Even breathing too fast (hyperventilation) can result in hand cramps, as carbon dioxide levels in the blood become too low.