Urgent Prayers Needed - UPDATE 3/13

Dear Friends, I'm writing this in a panic, so please forgive if this is a bit disjointed.  I left work early today to take Ashleigh to her orthodontist appointment, only to arrive home to several urgent messages at home and work from my Mother's doctor.  The lab work performed this morning came back showing my Mother's levels all out of whack.  The nurse mentioned something about possible renal failure and I went numb...  Dave is coming home from work now to be here with the children, while I take my Mother to the emergency room.  Please pray for us.

UPDATE (3/13) - Thank you for the prayers!  My sister and I spent the evening in the ER with my Mother.  Her potassium levels were elevated, which can signal renal failure.  But, she felt well and her EKG was fine.  The doctor gave her an IV and medication to bring her potassium down.  Fortunately, she was not admitted and we were able to go home late last night.  My Mother was ready to go! 

The ER physician noted her kidneys did show signs of wear and tear.  But, at 79 years old, that is to be expected.  We'll be following up with my Mother's primary care physician in the coming days to determine if she should be referred to a kidney specialist.  I'm trying not to let worry overtake my thoughts.  But, my concern is my Mother may be on the path towards dialysis.
  

Mary Ellen