Total Radiation Dose Calculation in Radiotherapy

A 60-year-old female patient diagnosed with stage III breast cancer is scheduled to begin radiation therapy. This therapy aims to target malignant cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. The oncology nurse educates the patient on the importance of skin care during treatment.

During her therapy, the patient will undergo a total of 25 sessions of radiation, with each session delivering a dose of 2 Gy (Gray). It is critical for the nursing staff to monitor the accumulated dose closely. Fill in the blank with the total radiation exposure the patient will receive over the course of her therapy: The total radiation dose delivered will be _____ Gy.