The nurse is teaching a client about a new transdermal medication for chronic pain management. Which statement by the client indicates correct understanding of this route of administration?

"I will apply the cream directly to the area where I feel pain."

"I will take the medication by mouth with a full glass of water."

"I will place the medicated patch on my skin so the medicine can be absorbed slowly into my bloodstream."

"I should rub the medication into my skin until it disappears completely."