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A 7-year-old boy with known asthma presents with moderate wheeze and increased work of breathing. He is speaking in phrases, respiratory rate 32 breaths/min, oxygen saturation 93% on room air and PEF 60% predicted. What is the most appropriate next step in acute management?

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