Problem
You are working as a social worker in a long term care facility. A woman in her mid 70's with dementia approaches you in the hallway and asks you where her father is. She has already asked you this question 3 times today. You know her father died well over 20 years ago, but the woman does not remember this and becomes distressed when reminded. What would you say to her next time she asks? What response is correct or ethical, causes less harm and why?