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A 74-year-old woman is brought to the emergency department by ambulance for abdominal pain. Past medical history is significant for coronary artery disease and Crohn disease. While in the ambulance, the patient is given several medications by the paramedics. Upon arrival at the emergency department, the patient describes new diffuse itching and raised red fluid-filled spots on her arms, legs, and abdomen. Temperature is 37.7ºC (99.9ºF), pulse is 112/min, blood pressure is 78/48 mmHg, respirations are 20/min, and SpO2 is 97% on room air. On examination, the patient has labored breathing and wheezing on pulmonary auscultation and hives on her arms, legs, and abdomen. Skin is warm to touch. Digital rectal exam shows a small amount of bright red blood in the rectal vault. Serum tryptase was drawn at the start of the patient’s itching and is normal. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?  

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