Dial 999?

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Elderly mum had a fall. Hospital and rehab.
Home since Saturday. V disoriented, not at all herself. Saying she would get out of bed but then couldn't. Carer and I both tried.
Have called GP who is supposed to call back but still waiting.
Advice please?

Call 111 - could be a UTI

Could you try 111 first and see what they advise?

I would wait for the GP to call but keep a close eye on her. Does she have a temperature? Any redness, heat or swelling in her legs? Any rash?

I’d dial 111 for advice. I’m not sure if it’s a 999 emergency

District nurse rang 999 after my father had a fall. Ambulance took 8.5 hours to arrive. You might as well wait for GP.

I'd suggest 111 to start with.

999. Could be a stroke, could be sepsis. Better safe than sorry.

The GP will probably call back after morning appointments. Could you get a urine sample so that if they ask for one you could pop one in to the surgery?
It isn’t a 999 issue but I do understand your concern.

Dial 111, they will go through questions and call an ambulance if needed.

Had to do this recently and an ambulance was called

No one should be telling you a woman who cannot get herself out of bed suddenly (with help) and is very disorientated is not a 999 issue.

Can she move all her limbs? Does she have any numbness? Does she complain of dizziness?

Sorry I upped and left - the GP called back, who advised to call 999.
Ambulance has been and gone, after adjusting medication.
Thanks all.
(And for me tonight I think!)