The Drafting and Research of Hospice Care Dictionary
This article provides an overview of the background,significance,conceptualization,establishment of the editorial committee,and implementation of the research for compiling the Hospice Care Dictionary from 2011 to 2023.The dictionary reflects the principles of closely integrating palliative care theory with hospice care practice,inheriting and promoting this integration,aligning with the national context while connecting with international standards,and daring to innovate and keep pace with the times.It is the first work in the field of hospice care in China,with professional,practical,comprehensive and other characteristics,clear structure,complete and novel content.It can be used as a large-scale reference book on hospice care theory and practice in China,representing a breakthrough and a pioneering work in the global field of hospice care.