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The practical challenge is notifying all relevant parties that the POA has been revoked, because if the former agent brings in the old document, it might well be considered valid.
If your mother is ill or mentally impaired, then her capacity to revoke POA might be in question, and that complicates things further. It can be a good idea to ask a professional to confirm she has the needed capacity before making the change, especially if you think someone else in the family might contest the change.
I agree with everyone here that when possible, it's best to complete and revise POA documents with the help of a good attorney, preferably one with planning for potential incapacity and other aging issues.
It is usually best to have two people as Power of Attorney in case the primary person isn't able to do the work that is involved. Or make the two POA's equal status. If you and your sister are on the same page regarding Mom's care, that would work if you can get Mom to change her mind.
As Shakingdustoff above had mentioned update documents. Have Mom update her Will and have the Attorney do a Medical Directive which will give you a blueprint of how Mom wants her final care. I was so glad my parents had that document, no guessing.
Curious, what is the reason your Mom wants to make the change?