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A 10-year-old boy with known asthma presents with an acute exacerbation: he is speaking in phrases, RR 26, O₂ saturation 94% on room air, and has moderate wheeze. According to the CTS paediatric asthma guidance, what is the most appropriate initial treatment in the emergency department?

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