Jeanette I. Ch. Manoppo, Hesti Lestari, Rocky Wilar, Silvia Wowiling, Renata Yolanda
Objective : The objective of present study was to assess relations between type of residence and home distance with discipline performance of pediatric resident. Methods : This was an observational cross sectional study. Samples were pediatric residents in Department of Child Health, Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University , Prof. dr. R. D. Kandou Hospital Manado, from January to May 2019. Data were collected by administering a questionnaire consist of 16 questions, focused on gathering information about type of residence and home distances. Type of residence divided into boarding house and private house. Home distance divided into less than 1 km , 1-3 km, and more than 3 km. We use daily finger print attendance system by recording in and out timing to assess discipline performance, which is divided into rarely late (<3 times /month) and often late (>3 times /month). Results : A total of 66 pediatric residents participated in the study, the most age range was 30 to 34 years old (59.1%) with 41 female (62.1%). Most resident live in boarding house (59.1%). Twenty seven residents (40%) with home distance 1-3 km. Seven residents (63%) who often late live in private house (p=0.27), and 6 residents ( 54%) who often late with home distance > 3 km (p=0.17). No statistically significant difference regarding the type of house and home distance with discipline performance. Conclusion : There is no statistically significant difference regarding the type of house and home distance with discipline performance of pediatric residents in Department of Child Health, Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University Prof. dr. R. D. Kandou Hospital Manado