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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Operations

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Muscular strength and flexibility is important for EMTs to perform well. What is the most important physical fitness contribution for EMTs?
  1. Isometrics
  2. Sprinting
  3. Anaerobic endurance
  4. Cardiovascular endurance
Explanation
Answer: D - The most important physical fitness contribution for EMTs is cardiovascular endurance. Some type of aerobic training, such as jogging or swimming, is essential to build up enough endurance to work long shifts in the streets. Strength conditions, such as weight lifting, are important to be able to carry patients and equipment. Flexibility exercises, such as stretching, are important in avoiding pulled muscles and endure full range of motion.
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