Mrs Kapoor is a 67-year-old British Asian lady who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer 2 years ago, and has undergone surgery (with stoma formation) followed by chemotherapy, which has helped to control the disease. Her most recent scans indicate that the cancer has recurred, and has spread. The treatment options have been discussed with her and her family, and she has decided that due to the extent of the disease, and the likely benefit of the treatment she would prefer to have a more palliative approach in managing the disease. Mrs Kapoor and her family are aware that she is nearing the end of her life.

Mrs Kapoor lives with her husband, daughter and mother at home. She also has a married son who lives nearby and a grandaughter.
Mrs Kapoor has family in India, and her Hindu faith is important to her.

You are part of the inter-discilplinary team caring for Mrs Kapoor, and it is your role to ensure her nursing needs are met.