Learning objectives for the teaching session on the initial assessment of a child in the emergency department: Rapid Triage Skills: By the end of this session, participants will be competent in promptly triaging pediatric patients in the ED, recognizing and prioritizing life-threatening conditions over less urgent ones. Effective Communication: Attendees will enhance their ability to communicate swiftly and empathetically with pediatric patients and their caregivers, extracting critical information needed for the immediate management. Clinical Decision-Making: Participants will demonstrate improved decision-making skills, swiftly choosing the most appropriate diagnostic tools and interventions based on the child's presenting symptoms. Collaborative Management: By the end of this session, attendees will be adept at collaborating in real-time with a multidisciplinary ED team, ensuring rapid and cohesive patient management. Skillful Intervention: Learners will refine their hands-on abilities to initiate immediate clinical interventions, such as airway management or emergency drug administration, tailored specifically to pediatric patients.