FIG. 4.

Conceptual framework for “Supportive Care,” “Palliative Care,” and “Hospice Care.” “Hospice Care” is part of “Palliative Care,” which in turn is under the umbrella of “Supportive Care.” “Palliative Care” predominantly addresses the care needs for patients with advanced cancer in both acute care facilities and the community, whereas “Supportive Care” provides an even broader range of services for patients throughout various stages of the disease, including diagnosis, active treatment, end-of-life, and survivorship.³²