I wouldn't call that a "slight upside," Tom, I'd call it several lives saved due to good work on everyone's part - sometimes you've lost before you even get in the door, in which case, not giving up, keeping your wits about you and salvaging what you can is what matters. A lot of work would also support the conclusion that you did the husband and daughter a lot of good as well by being seen to calmly do your best for her. Though I know it feels no less shitty for it on the inside, from the outside, I'll give you a "good job."