Cancellation of Events
The Royal College of Emergency Medicine has taken the difficult decision to cancel all events for the months of April, May and June, following the escalation of COVID-19 Coronavirus.
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The College is established to advance education and research in Emergency Medicine. The College is responsible for setting standards of training and administering examinations in Emergency Medicine for the award of Fellowship and Membership of the College as well as recommending trainees for CCT in Emergency Medicine. The College works to ensure high quality care by setting and monitoring standards of care, and providing expert guidance and advice on policy to relevant bodies on matters relating to Emergency Medicine.
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Solus Flexible Wire Reinforced Laryngeal Mask Airway – risk of hypoxia due to partial or total occlusion of the airway tube after inflating the cuff
All HeartStart MRx defibrillators – possible failure to deliver a shock, cardioversion, pacing or monitoring
V60 ventilator – potential for unexpected shutdown
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