Calculation of Dose per Fraction in Radiation Therapy

A patient diagnosed with advanced skin cancer is about to begin a course of palliative radiation therapy aimed at minimizing pain and improving quality of life. The radiation oncologist has prescribed a total dose of 30 gray (Gy) to be delivered in 10 fractions over 2 weeks.

As the oncology nurse, you need to determine the dose per fraction in order to educate the patient about the treatment regimen. Considering the total prescribed dose and the number of fractions, fill in the blank with the correct dose per fraction in Gy.

Complete the statement: The dose per fraction of radiation therapy is ______ Gy.