Prior to entering a facility, a state survey team would not review the ______.

The state survey team focuses on evaluating the quality of care and compliance with regulations during their facility inspections. Reviewing resident council minutes, while informative about resident engagement and satisfaction, is not a primary focus before entering a facility. Instead, the survey team is more concerned with understanding the overall operational standards and quality of care provided, which is why they would prioritize reviewing patient care plans, facility budgets, and previous inspection reports. These documents directly relate to compliance and operational effectiveness, while resident council minutes may provide additional context but are not essential for the initial assessment of the facility's regulatory compliance.